Sanaa launches conference initiative to advance Yemeni honey industry
SANAA, May 18 (YPA) – In a significant move aimed at localizing the pharmaceutical industry and enhancing the global standing of Yemeni honey, Sanaa—through the preparatory committee for the Scientific Conference on Yemeni Medicinal Honey—has officially launched the conference’s website.
The new digital platform is intended to facilitate communication and attract researchers, academics, and specialists to contribute to shaping a future vision for Yemeni honey as both a therapeutic and economic resource.
Moreover, the launch comes ahead of the scientific conference scheduled to be held in Sana’a from August 16 to 18, 2026, under the theme: “Yemeni Honey: From Natural Heritage to National Medicine.” The event seeks to transform Yemeni honey from a traditional product into a cornerstone of the national pharmaceutical industry.
In this context, the organizing committee explained that the conference aims to redefine the role of Yemeni honey within the national economy by documenting its scientific and medicinal properties. Consequently, this effort is expected to pave the way for developing local therapeutic alternatives, strengthening drug security, and reducing dependence on imported medicines.
Meanwhile, Ghassan Al-Madani, chairman of the preparatory committee, stated that the launch of the website marks the beginning of a broader phase of scientific engagement involving local and international expertise. According to him, this participatory approach is designed to transform the conference outcomes into practical and implementable projects.
Furthermore, Dr. Al-Madani stressed that the initiative goes beyond merely celebrating the heritage value of Yemeni honey. Rather, it seeks to establish a comprehensive national industry that integrates scientific research, investment, and legislation to ensure product quality and long-term sustainability. This, in turn, would position Yemeni honey as a strategic contributor to both the health and food sectors of the national economy.
Additionally, the conference will address several strategic themes, including strengthening pharmaceutical security through national resources, increasing the economic value of Yemeni honey, supporting scientific and clinical research, and preserving traditional apiaries and biodiversity associated with honey production.
At the same time, organizers expect the conference to represent a turning point in advancing Yemeni honey from a globally recognized heritage product into a national therapeutic industry with broader economic and healthcare ambitions extending beyond local markets.
Finally, the preparatory committee has invited academics and stakeholders to register and submit research and working papers through the conference website at www.Yemhc.com.
The technical and scientific committees are currently reviewing submissions in coordination with partners to ensure the conference produces actionable recommendations and legislative frameworks capable of supporting sustainable development in Yemen.
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