Sanaa launches inclusive plan in to develop, localize gold industry

SANAA, May 20 (YPA) – A committee tasked with preparing Yemen’s comprehensive plan for the development and regulation of the gold industry and trade discussed the first phase of a proposed strategic plan for 2026–2036 during a meeting held in Sanaa on Wednesday.

The meeting, chaired by Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of Oil and Minerals for Mineral Affairs Dr. Yahya Al-Ajam, focused on the establishment and regulatory phase of the project, which aims to create an integrated institutional framework for developing Yemen’s gold sector and enhancing sustainable sector management in the coming years.

Committee members reviewed the main components of the first phase of the strategy, including organizational and procedural measures intended to regulate and develop the gold industry and trade sector under a long-term vision extending to 2036.

The discussions also covered technical observations and proposals submitted by members, alongside revisions aimed at improving the effectiveness and implementation of the proposed plan.

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