The Minister of Public Works discusses with UN-Habitat the implementation of the second phase of the Adequate Housing Project.

Minister Discusses Second Phase of Adequate Housing Project with UN-Habitat

In a significant meeting held today in the temporary capital of Aden, Minister of Public Works and Roads, Engineer Hussein Al-Aqrobi, engaged with a delegation from the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat). The discussion focused on the implementation strategies for the second phase of the Adequate Housing Project, which aims to enhance living conditions in the governorates of Aden, Lahij, and Taiz. This initiative receives funding from the Saudi Program for Development and Reconstruction of Yemen.

Meeting Highlights

The meeting included key figures such as Muslim Kazemi, the UN-Habitat Director for Iraq and Yemen, and Dr. Mohammed Eidros, the program director in Aden. They were joined by Dr. Ali Ahmed Hassan, the Assistant Undersecretary for Housing and Urban Development at the Ministry of Public Works. Together, they reviewed the details of the project’s second phase, including the distribution mechanisms for its components across the targeted governorates. They also discussed the technical and procedural standards necessary for the project’s approval and execution.

Project Timeline and Oversight

Both parties examined the project’s implementation stages and proposed timeline. They emphasized the importance of effective supervision, monitoring, and coordination between the Ministry and the UN program. This collaboration aims to ensure that the project adheres to established standards.

Minister’s Commitment

Minister Al-Aqrobi underscored the project’s critical role in supporting the housing sector and urban development. He stressed the necessity for direct coordination between the Ministry of Public Works and Roads and the UN-Habitat to facilitate effective oversight and implementation. The Minister expressed the Ministry’s commitment to providing all necessary support to ensure the project’s success, ultimately benefiting the targeted communities in the involved governorates. This initiative aims to improve living conditions and promote sustainable urban development.

UN-Habitat’s Assurance

In response, the UN-Habitat delegation reaffirmed their commitment to collaborative efforts in executing the second phase of the Adequate Housing Project. They pledged to adhere to the approved plans and standards, ensuring the project’s successful implementation.

This meeting marks a crucial step toward enhancing housing conditions in Yemen, reflecting a shared commitment to sustainable development and community support.

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