A Five-Year Assistance Agreement was reached by United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Yemeni Internationally Recognized Government, according to a press release by USAID.
The agreement was signed by Waed Abdullah Batheeb , Minister of Planning and International Cooperation and USAID Country Director for Yemen Kimberlee Bell.
“The United States and Yemen have a productive partnership that endures even in the face of the unprecedented challenges we face today,” said Kimberlee Bell, adding “The American people remain committed to assisting Yemen with both its immediate needs and with advancing the Government of Yemen’s vision for the country’s long-term stability and prosperity.”
The agreement outlines how USAID’s development assistance will accelerate Yemen’s economic growth, improve access to essential water, health, and education services, and strengthen governance and reconciliation.
USAID, according to the press release has provided more than $5.8 billion in humanitarian and development assistance in support of the Yemeni people since 2015.