The UAE Aid Agency has signed a landmark agreement to build a state-of-the-art hospital in Yemen’s Aden Governorate, marking a significant step in strengthening the country’s healthcare infrastructure.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Sultan Mohamed Al Shamsi, Vice Chairman of the UAE Aid Agency, and Ahmed Hamed Lamlas, Governor of Aden. The new facility will offer comprehensive medical services, including outpatient clinics, emergency care, radiology, laboratory services, pharmacy, and intensive care units. Dedicated wards for men, women, and children, along with external clinics, will ensure wide-reaching patient care.
Al Shamsi highlighted the UAE’s continued commitment to global health development and humanitarian assistance, saying the initiative aligns with the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He noted that the project reflects the enduring legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
The hospital forms part of the UAE’s broader foreign aid strategy, which focuses on improving living standards and supporting healthcare systems in vulnerable regions. Al Shamsi stressed that the UAE Aid Agency works closely with governments and international organisations to deliver sustainable development aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Governor Lamlas expressed deep appreciation to the UAE for its ongoing support across critical sectors such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure. He said the new hospital would be a transformative addition to Aden, significantly improving access to medical services for the local population.
The agreement underscores the UAE’s role as a key partner in humanitarian and developmental efforts in Yemen, aiming to build lasting, impactful support for communities in need.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
