[wanabidii] Press Releases: U.S. Contributes $30 million to Yemen's Social Welfare Fund

You are subscribed to Press Releases for U.S. Department of State. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Press Releases: U.S. Contributes $30 million to Yemen's Social Welfare Fund 08/04/2014 12:55 PM EDT U.S. Contributes $30 million to Yemen's Social Welfare Fund Press Statement Jen Psaki Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC August 4, 2014 In support of President Hadi and the Yemeni government’s efforts to better meet the aspirations of all Yemenis and set their country on the path to stability and prosperity through economic reform and development, the United States is pleased to announce the approval of a $30 million contribution to Yemen’s Social Welfare Fund. This assistance underscores the United States’ commitment to a comprehensive partnership with Yemen to support meaningful reform through the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Initiative process and address mutual security challenges. The United States commends President Hadi and the Yemeni government on reform measures taken to stabilize the country’s economy and better address the needs of Yemen’s citizens. We will stand with the international community to support Yemen in its continued economic reform and development process to fulfill the vision of the National Dialogue and GCC Initiative. Yemen’s economic strength will be the foundation of a prosperous and secure future. Since the beginning of Yemen’s transition in November 2011, U.S. assistance to Yemen has totaled over $800 million. The United States remains committed to continuing to support the Yemeni people throughout the transition process and beyond. A fact sheet on U.S. assistance to Yemen can be found here: http://www.state.gov/p/nea/rls/2014/222781.htm The Office of Website Management, Bureau of Public Affairs, manages this site as a portal for information from the U.S. State Department. External links to other Internet sites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein. Stay connected with the State Department:   External links found in this content or on Department of State websites that go to other non-Department websites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein.  Update your subscriptions, modify your password or email address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of State. This email was sent to wanabidii@googlegroups.com using GovDelivery, on behalf of: U.S. Department of State · 2201 C Street NW · Washington, DC 20520

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