Japan and UNOPS sign a new agreement in support of UN-led peace process and humanitarian response in Yemen

29 February, 2024 – The Government of Japan and UNOPS signed a new agreement to support the UN-led peace process and humanitarian response in Yemen through the provision of operational support to the Peace Support Project (PSP) and the United Nations Verification and Inspection Mechanism for Yemen (UNVIM).

Through this critical initiative, UNOPS extends support to the UN-led efforts to achieve a political settlement, under the auspices of the Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen (OSESGY). The project will also contribute to facilitating the flow of essential supplies and commodities to Yemen, through the UN Verification and Inspection Mechanism (UNVIM) operated by UNOPS.

Kazuhiro Higashi, Charge d’Affaires of the Embassy of Japan in Yemen, said; “The Government of Japan is pleased to support the PSP and UNVIM. Through this support, we hope to contribute to improving the humanitarian situation in Yemen and promoting Yemeni-Yemeni dialogue.”

Appreciating the value of the initiative, Muhammad Usman Akram, Representative and Director of UNOPS Operational Hub in Amman, said: “UNOPS is pleased to work with all partners to support the UN-led peace process and humanitarian response to help the people of Yemen build a better future.”

The project will contribute to SDG 2: Zero Hunger, SDG 5: Gender Equality, SDG 16:
Peace, Justice, and strong institutions, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

About UNOPS:

UNOPS helps the UN and its partners provide peace and security, humanitarian and development solutions. The organization’s mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development. UNOPS services cover infrastructure, project management, procurement, financial management, and human resources. Partners call on UNOPS to supplement their capacities, improve speed, reduce risks, boost cost-effectiveness, and increase quality.

UNOPS Operational Hub in Amman covers projects in Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen and implements work in partnership with bilateral donors, national governments, and other UN agencies.

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