West Bank and Gaza R&D Spending
Research and development expenditure as % of GDP GB.XPD.RSDV.GD.ZS
West Bank and Gaza's r&d spending was 0.45% in 2013, ranked 57th globally. This represents a 25.7% increase from 2012. Data from World Bank, covering 2007–2013.
Overview
West Bank and Gaza's r&d spending stood at 0.45% in 2013, a rise of +0.09% from 2010. West Bank and Gaza ranked 57th globally.
The West Bank and Gaza's research and development (R&D) spending has experienced a moderate increase over the past five years, with a notable peak in 2013 at 0.45 percent of its GDP, ranking 57th globally. This growth is somewhat comparable to that of Cuba, which ranked slightly higher in 2013 with 0.47 percent of its GDP. However, the region's R&D spending still lags behind that of more developed economies. In contrast, the trough in 2008 stood at a mere 0.15 percent, highlighting the significant progress made since then. The R&D spending in West Bank and Gaza has shown a stable trend, albeit slow, and is unlikely to surpass the 2013 peak in the near future without significant investments in the sector. A notable increase in foreign direct investment or government initiatives to support innovation would likely alter this trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | R&D Spending | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0.45% | +0.09% | #57 |
| 2010 | 0.36% | +0.01% | #65 |
| 2009 | 0.36% | +0.21% | #62 |
| 2008 | 0.15% | −0.05% | #81 |
| 2007 | 0.20% | – | #73 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
West Bank and Gaza matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2008. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw r&d spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
West Bank and Gaza's r&d spending was 0.45% in 2013. Ranked 57th globally. This represents a 25.7% increase from the previous year.
West Bank and Gaza's r&d spending peaked at 0.45% in 2013.
The lowest r&d spending in West Bank and Gaza was 0.15% in 2008.
West Bank and Gaza ranks 57th globally in r&d spending as of 2013.
The World Bank indicator code is GB.XPD.RSDV.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
The r&d spending of West Bank and Gaza in 2013 was 0.45%. This ranks 57th in the world.
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title = {West Bank and Gaza R&D Spending},
url = {https://historysaid.com/west-bank-and-gaza/rd-spending/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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