Tokyo: The Government of Japan has extended a significant contribution of US$2 million to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), aimed at providing critical food assistance in Yemen, where millions are grappling with escalating hunger.
According to EMM, Japan’s support will enable the WFP to distribute vegetable oil as part of food rations to 700,000 people. This initiative is crucial in preventing further deterioration of food security in the region, which faces one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises.
“We are incredibly grateful for Japan’s timely support,” stated Abdallah Alwardat, the WFP’s Head of Global Partner Countries Division. “We are witnessing unprecedented levels of need in Yemen. Families are increasingly telling us they can no longer afford enough food, while our resources continue to shrink. This contribution allows us to deliver food assistance that families urgently need.”
Japan has consistently been a valued partner of the WFP in Yemen, having contributed approximately US$160 million since 2016. This latest donation underscores Japan’s ongoing commitment to combating hunger and supporting the Yemeni population in their time of need.