Khaberni - With funding exceeding 1.9 billion Saudi Riyals, including the implementation of 28 projects and developmental initiatives, Saudi Arabia leads accelerated efforts to support Yemen's recovery in the first quarter of 2026, through the Saudi Program for the Development and Reconstruction of Yemen, within an integrated approach combining both economic and humanitarian dimensions.
These efforts are an extension of a series of developmental interventions that have reached 268 projects since 2018, targeting the reconstruction of infrastructure, empowering vital sectors, and enhancing the efficiency of government institutions, to support stability and accelerate the pace of recovery.
Energy Stability and Operating More than 70 Stations
In the energy sector, the oil derivatives grant contributed to the operation of more than 70 power stations, which reflected on the stability of supplies and improved generation efficiency, alongside supporting the continuity of vital sectors, especially health, water, and education.
Economically, supporting the Yemeni budget with 1.3 billion Riyals has been a fundamental pillar to ensure the continuity of operational expenses and salary payments, as part of cumulative Saudi support that exceeded 12.6 billion dollars between 2012 and 2026.
Strategic Infrastructure Projects
In the field of infrastructure, strategic projects continue to be implemented, among the most notable are the completion stages of the Al-Abr road and the development of Aden International Airport, which enhance internal and external connectivity and support trade movement.
On the human development front, interventions included building and operating hospitals and specialized centers, and rehabilitating medical staff, with several hospitals operational in Socotra, Shabwa, and Mocha, contributing to improving the quality of healthcare services.
Supporting Education and Empowering Staff
In the education sector, initiatives focused on supporting the stability of the educational process, expanding technical and vocational education, alongside establishing model schools, and implementing programs to empower girls in rural areas.
Partnerships with UNESCO, the European Union, and the World Bank stand out as a pivotal element in supporting sustainable development, where joint projects in agriculture, water, and food security have been launched, including a project to enhance water security in Marib.
A Comprehensive Development Model
Overall, these initiatives reflect a comprehensive development model based on international partnerships and integrated interventions, paving the way towards a more stable economy and a sustainable developmental future in Yemen.
