Core Viewpoint - The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) has been involved in a controversial humanitarian aid project in Gaza, which has raised concerns about potential population displacement and human rights violations, aligning with U.S. political agendas [1][2][7]. Group 1: Project Involvement and Structure - BCG was initially commissioned by U.S. security contractor Orbis to conduct feasibility studies for a new aid initiative, which they claimed was a public welfare project [1][4]. - The project led to the establishment of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) and Safe Reach Solutions (SRS), with BCG receiving millions in consulting fees [1][4]. - GHF's operational model is distinct from traditional humanitarian organizations, relying on U.S. private security personnel and the Israeli military for aid delivery [2][4]. Group 2: Financial Modeling and Migration Plans - BCG developed a financial model estimating the costs of "voluntary migration" for Gazans, suggesting that 25% might be willing to leave, with 75% never returning [6][7]. - The model proposed a relocation package including $5,000 cash, four years of housing assistance, and one year of food subsidies, with an average cost of $23,000 per person for migration being lower than reconstruction support [6][7]. Group 3: Internal Controversies and Reactions - Internal discussions at BCG revealed that many senior leaders were aware of the project's details, contradicting claims that higher management was uninformed [7]. - The project faced backlash from humanitarian groups and media, leading to BCG terminating the initiative in May 2024 and dismissing two partners involved [5][7]. - The funding sources for GHF remain opaque, with a recent announcement of $30 million in U.S. aid, but the specific origins of the funds are still undisclosed [7].