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]
| 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 |
Founding
editSDRPY 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
editThe 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
editSDRPY'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
editSince 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
editSDRPY 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.