Support to UN DPA's work in Yemen

Description What is done in the programme or project and why, what results are pursued, who benefits from the activities and who are involved in the implementation.

The political transition in Yemen needs support from the international community in order for it to succeed. The country faces many challenges - the serious humanitarian situation, economic difficulties, unstable security situation due to the actions of the Al-Qaida operating in the Arabian peninsula. UN's Department of Political Affairs calls for funding to the support of the secend phase in Yemen's transition. Joint UN Framework is intended for two years and its aim is to support the different Yemeni stakeholders to implement the political transition towards democracy and progress. Finland's funding for the year 2012 is 200 000 Euros.