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Source: http://gulfnews.com/news/mena/palestine/abbas-exempts-gazans-from-taxes-and-fees-1.2024702

Abbas Exempts Gazans from Taxes and Fees

(Gulf News-Dubai) Nasouh Nazzal - Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has issued a presidential decree exempting all Gazans from taxes and fees introduced by official departments and all other local institutions, including licensing of vehicles and properties. These taxes, collected from Gazans by Hamas, have been a fundamental component of the Hamas budget in Gaza. PA official Hussain Al Shaikh said the move was aimed at easing the daily life of Gazans while pressuring Hamas. Hamas has rejected the PA move, branding it as illegal.

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