Finance Minister and EU Ambassador Collaborate on Strengthening Government Priorities

In a recent video conference, Yemen’s Minister of Finance, Marwan Faraj bin Ghanem, engaged with the European Union Ambassador to Yemen, Patrick Simonnet, to discuss the current economic and financial landscape in the country. The dialogue focused on strategies to bolster the government’s priorities during a challenging phase.

The meeting highlighted the technical assistance provided by the European Union through the Yemen Economic Growth Enhancement Program, which is being implemented by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). This program aims to enhance economic stability and growth in Yemen, a country facing significant challenges.

As part of the program, two workshops have been conducted for the Ministry of Finance, with the latest taking place in Saudi Arabia. These workshops are designed to facilitate peer learning and share best practices among financial officials, contributing to the overall capacity-building efforts within the ministry.

During the discussions, the participants also addressed the internal and external challenges that the Yemeni government is currently facing. They explored the necessary support required to navigate these challenges and develop effective solutions to promote economic recovery and growth in the region.