Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen
| البرنامج السعودي لتنمية وإعمار اليمن | |
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| Abbreviation | SDRPY |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2018 |
| Founder | King Salman |
| Purpose | Development, humanitarian, economic |
| Headquarters | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
General Supervisor | Mohammed Saeed Al-Jaber |
| Website | sdrpy |
The Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) (Arabic: البرنامج السعودي لتنمية وإعمار اليمن) is a Saudi non-profit organization established in 2018 to support the reconstruction and development of Yemen. It aims to provide economic and development assistance across various sectors in the country.[1]
Founding
[edit]SDRPY was launched in May 2018 through a royal decree by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.[2] It operates under a comprehensive development agreement between Saudi Arabia and Yemen, focusing on transitioning from humanitarian relief to sustainable development.[3]
Staff and Presence
[edit]The SDRPY is led by the Saudi ambassador to Yemen, Mohammed Saeed Al-Jaber. Its staff comprises a select group of Saudi and Yemeni engineers and development specialists.[4] The organization is headquartered in Riyadh and has opened several offices in various Yemeni governorates.
Program Areas
[edit]SDRPY's areas of focus include:[5]
-Infrastructure: Rebuilding and restoring critical infrastructure, such as roads, land ports, airports, and seaports.
-Healthcare: Enhancing healthcare services by constructing and equipping hospitals, clinics, and medical centers, providing medical supplies, and training healthcare workers.[6]
-Education: Constructing and renovating schools, supplying educational materials, and providing teacher training to ensure that Yemeni children have access to quality education.[7][8]
-Agriculture: Supporting the agricultural sector by providing equipment, seeds, and training to farmers, thereby boosting food production and contributing to food security.
-Water and Sanitation: Developing and restoring water supply and sanitation systems to provide clean drinking water and improve hygiene standards in Yemen.
-Energy: Restoring and expanding the electricity grid, including renewable energy projects, to provide reliable power to homes, businesses, and public facilities.[9]
-Economic Recovery: Facilitating economic recovery by supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), creating job opportunities, and encouraging investment in various sectors.
-Governance and Capacity Building: Strengthening governance institutions and building the capacity of Yemeni government officials.
Key Projects and Achievements
[edit]Since its inception, the SDRPY has implemented 229 development projects and initiatives in Yemen across eight sectors. In 2022, it was the largest non-UN organization globally contributing to Yemen's development, according to the United Nations Financial Tracking Platform (FTS).[10]
Notable Achievements
[edit]- Healthcare: Establishing the King Salman Medical and Educational City in Al-Maharah, Kidney Dialysis Centers, operating rooms, and intensive care units; equipping hospitals with medical equipment; operating Prince Mohammed bin Salman Hospital in Aden.[11]
- Education: Establishing and equipping over 20 model schools, a rehabilitation center for children with disabilities, and the Gifted Complex in Marib; developing the University of Saba Region; supporting students with transportation and textbooks.[12]
- Transportation: Rehabilitating Al-Ghaydah Regional Airport, Aden International Airport, Al-Abar Highway in Marib and Hadramawt, Hayjat Al-Abed Road in Taiz, and internal roads in Aden and Al-Mahrah.[13]
- Government Institutions: Establishment of the Counterterrorism Headquarters in Al Maharah and 4 police stations in Socotra.[14]
Partnerships
[edit]SDRPY collaborates with various partners at the local, regional, and international levels, including the Yemeni government, non-government and UN agencies, ministries, development funds, local authorities, and regional and international development organizations.[15][16]
References
[edit]- ^ "Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen & ESCWA sign an agreement to support development plans in Yemen - United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia". www.unescwa.org. 30 November 2020. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "About the SDRPY | البرنامج السعودي لتنمية وإعمار اليمن". sdrpy.gov.sa. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "Saudi Arabia, Yemen Sign Development, Reconstruction Agreement". english.aawsat.com. 27 May 2019. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "General Supervisor | البرنامج السعودي لتنمية وإعمار اليمن". sdrpy.gov.sa. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "About the projects | sdrpy". sdrpy.gov.sa. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "SDRPY launches development projects worth more than SR1.2 billion in Hadramout". Saudigazette. 26 June 2023. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "SDRPY Supports and Expands Access to Quality Education Opportunities Across Yemen". spa.gov.sa. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "Yemeni-Saudi agreement signed to support Yemeni students on scholarships". Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates. 29 June 2021. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "Yemen signs deal for oil derivatives from Saudi Arabia". www.aa.com.tr. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "The Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen 2022 | Financial Tracking Service". fts.unocha.org. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "Saudi development program boosts health sector in Yemen". Arab News. 11 August 2024. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "Admission Tests Begin at Talented Complex in Marib Ahead of Educational Program Launch. | البرنامج السعودي لتنمية وإعمار اليمن". sdrpy.gov.sa. 12 August 2024. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "Saudi Reconstruction Program in Yemen Launches Eight New Projects in Al Mahra Governorate | The Embassy of The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia". www.saudiembassy.net. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "Governments Institutions | البرنامج السعودي لتنمية وإعمار اليمن". sdrpy.gov.sa. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "Saudi Development and Reconstruction Programme for Yemen, Alwaleed Philanthropies and UN-Habitat set to rehabilitate 600 houses for low income families in Yemen | UN-Habitat". unhabitat.org. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen & ESCWA sign an agreement to support development plans in Yemen - United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia". www.unescwa.org. Retrieved 14 September 2024.