Uzbekistan Launches Long-Term Aid Program for Palestinians
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan has approved a comprehensive social support program for Palestinian citizens who have arrived in the country. Under a presidential decree, they are guaranteed housing, allowances, medical care, education, and employment assistance.
The decree outlines a package of measures aimed at integrating Palestinians into society and meeting their basic needs. The program reflects the country’s commitment to the principles of humanity and justice.
According to the presidential decree, Palestinians in Uzbekistan will receive:
Each family will have a dedicated social worker for personal assistance. Children will receive free preschool education until 2028, be admitted to schools without waiting lists, and have additional education costs covered by the state budget.
Medical care will be provided on the same basis as for low-income citizens, including registration at local clinics.
Employment measures include vocational training programs, access to entrepreneurship opportunities, and preferential loans.
Funding will come from a special fund under the National Agency for Social Protection, formed from charitable donations, international grants, and other sources.
Oversight of the program’s implementation is assigned to the government and relevant agencies.
According to the presidential decree, Palestinians in Uzbekistan will receive:
- a monthly allowance equal to the minimum consumer expenses for able-bodied persons (excluding those with disabilities in groups I and II);
- pensions for elderly persons without sufficient work experience;
- full reimbursement of housing rental costs;
- one-time payments upon the birth of a child and for funeral expenses at rates established for Uzbek citizens;
- an additional one-time payment for the purchase of essential non-food items.
Each family will have a dedicated social worker for personal assistance. Children will receive free preschool education until 2028, be admitted to schools without waiting lists, and have additional education costs covered by the state budget.
Medical care will be provided on the same basis as for low-income citizens, including registration at local clinics.
Employment measures include vocational training programs, access to entrepreneurship opportunities, and preferential loans.
Funding will come from a special fund under the National Agency for Social Protection, formed from charitable donations, international grants, and other sources.
Oversight of the program’s implementation is assigned to the government and relevant agencies.
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