Japan, UNOPS Strengthen the Operational Capacity of Yemen Customs
2026/2/13
The Government of Japan and the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) signed a new agreement to support the Yemen Customs Authority (YCA).
With the funding of 732 million Japanese yen (approximately USD 4.6 million), the “Project for the Improvement of Customs Functions at Major Ports” will procure cargo inspection devices and the necessary spare parts to enhance the efficiency of customs clearance procedures at targeted border ports. In addition, this initiative will equip the YCA Disaster Recovery Site (DRS) with essential IT infrastructure enabling the operationalization of the centralized data recovery facility and supporting the modernization of Yemen’s customs operations.
The project contributes to the 2025 Yemen Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan Strategic Objective 2 related to improving and maintaining non-discriminatory access to basic services and building resilience. It also contributes to SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions and Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals.
With the funding of 732 million Japanese yen (approximately USD 4.6 million), the “Project for the Improvement of Customs Functions at Major Ports” will procure cargo inspection devices and the necessary spare parts to enhance the efficiency of customs clearance procedures at targeted border ports. In addition, this initiative will equip the YCA Disaster Recovery Site (DRS) with essential IT infrastructure enabling the operationalization of the centralized data recovery facility and supporting the modernization of Yemen’s customs operations.
The project contributes to the 2025 Yemen Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan Strategic Objective 2 related to improving and maintaining non-discriminatory access to basic services and building resilience. It also contributes to SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions and Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals.