The Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) () is a Saudi non-profit organization established in 2018 to support the reconstruction and development of

Yemen Yemen, officially the Republic of Yemen, is a country in West Asia. Located in South Arabia, southern Arabia, it borders Saudi Arabia to Saudi Arabia–Yemen border, the north, Oman to Oman–Yemen border, the northeast, the south-eastern part ...

. It aims to provide economic and development assistance across various sectors in the country.

Founding

SDRPY was launched in May 2018 through a royal decree by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. It operates under a comprehensive development agreement between

Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia, officially the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), is a country in West Asia. Located in the centre of the Middle East, it covers the bulk of the Arabian Peninsula and has a land area of about , making it the List of Asian countries ...

and

, focusing on transitioning from humanitarian relief to sustainable development.

Staff and Presence

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. The organization is headquartered in

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and has opened several offices in various Yemeni governorates.

Program Areas

SDRPY's areas of focus include: -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. -Education: Constructing and renovating schools, supplying educational materials, and providing teacher training to ensure that Yemeni children have access to quality education. -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. -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

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).

Notable Achievements

* 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 Aden () is a port city located in Yemen in the southern part of the Arabian peninsula, on the north coast of the Gulf of Aden, positioned near the eastern approach to the Red Sea. It is situated approximately 170 km (110 mi) east of ...

. * Education: Establishing and equipping over 20 model schools, a rehabilitation center for children with disabilities, and the Gifted Complex in

Marib Marib (; Ancient South Arabian script, Old South Arabian: 𐩣𐩧𐩨/𐩣𐩧𐩺𐩨 ''Mryb/Mrb'') is the capital city of Marib Governorate, Yemen. It was the capital of the ancient kingdom of ''Saba’, Sabaʾ'' (), which some scholars beli ...

; developing the University of Saba Region; supporting students with transportation and textbooks. * Transportation: Rehabilitating Al-Ghaydah Regional Airport, Aden International Airport, Al-Abar Highway in

and

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, Hayjat Al-Abed Road in

Taiz Taiz () is a city in southwestern Yemen. It is located in the Yemeni highlands, near the port city of Mocha on the Red Sea, at an elevation of about above sea level. It is the capital of Taiz Governorate. As of 2023, the city has an estimated p ...

, and internal roads in Aden and Al-Mahrah. * Government Institutions: Establishment of the Counterterrorism Headquarters in Al Maharah and 4 police stations in

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Partnerships

SDRPY collaborates with various partners at the local, regional, and international levels, including the Yemeni government, non-government and

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, ministries, development funds, local authorities, and regional and international development organizations.

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