Israel has unveiled plans to invest over 1.8 billion shekels (approximately £430 million) in developing and strengthening the north, with a major conference in Safed focusing on post-war reconstruction and economic revival. The Galilee 2026 conference brought together government and regional leaders to outline a comprehensive strategy for rebuilding communities affected by recent conflict, enhancing security infrastructure, and boosting the region’s economy. The investment programme, presented by the Ministry of Negev and Galilee Affairs, represents a significant commitment to revitalising the northern territories through multiple initiatives spanning employment creation, tourism development, and civilian resilience-building measures. Officials outlined plans to strengthen both physical security measures and the region’s long-term economic sustainability, with particular emphasis on attracting businesses and workers back to areas that have experienced disruption. The conference reflects the government’s stated priority of ensuring the north emerges stronger from the recent period of instability, with the multi-billion-shekel investment serving as a signal of commitment to residents and potential investors in the region’s future.

Source: Maariv — Original article in Hebrew.