[25/10/2026 01:55]

ADEN-SABA

Abdulrahman Sheikh, Minister of State and Aden Governor, met with Francesco Galtieri, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Representative in Yemen, to discuss strengthening humanitarian cooperation, supporting displaced people and host communities, and implementing youth training and capacity-building programs in Aden.

The meeting reviewed the humanitarian situation in Aden and growing pressure on basic services due to displacement from Taiz, Hudaydah and western coastal areas. The number of displaced people in Aden reached 46,675 as of Saturday, according to official statistics.

The two sides discussed UNFPA interventions in protection, healthcare, social services and livelihood support, as well as expanding training and capacity-building programs to meet the needs of displaced people and strengthen the resilience of host communities.

Sheikh stressed the importance of strengthening support from the United Nations and international partners for humanitarian response and civilian protection. He also highlighted local authorities' efforts to maintain security and stability, improve public services and coordinate with international organizations to address the humanitarian and security challenges caused by displacement.

The meeting emphasized the importance of coordinating efforts and directing assistance according to actual needs to improve the effectiveness of the humanitarian response and ease pressure on public services in Aden.

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