The protracted conflict in Yemen has had a devastating impact on millions of people in the country. Canada is committed to ensuring that emergency relief quickly reaches those most affected by one of the world's largest humanitarian crises.
Today, at the High-Level Pledging Event for the Humanitarian Situation in Yemen, which was convened by the UN, Sweden and Switzerland, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced $46 million in funding from Canada in 2023 as part of its continued response to the humanitarian needs of conflict-affected people in Yemen.
This new funding will be provided to UN agencies, the International Committee of the Red Cross and other non-governmental organizations. With Canada's support, its humanitarian partners will provide life-saving food and nutrition, health care, clean water and sanitation. In line with Canada's Feminist International Assistance Policy, Canada's humanitarian assistance will also focus on the urgent needs of women and girls, who are disproportionately affected by the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in Yemen.
During the event, Minister Sajjan underscored Canada's deep concern for the deteriorating food-security situation in Yemen and advocated for unimpeded access for humanitarian assistance, in accordance with international humanitarian law.
