The budget performance during the first half of the year reveals the success of the Palestinian government in reducing total expenditures, with realized spending amounting to 44% of the estimated budget, specifically in operational and transfer expenditures, resulting from some measures. However, upon scrutiny, it becomes evident that the core issues requiring remedy have not yet been addressed. The payroll remains high, accounting for over 50% of the budget; no work has been done to reduce spending on the wages and salaries item.
