The Joint UNDP-UNODC Programme on Maritime Governance to promote security and safety in Yemen

(hereinafter “joint programme”) aims at re-establishing the Yemen Coast Guard (YCG), strengthening the criminal justice chain on the investigation, prosecution and trial of maritime crimes, and progressing

towards port security, maritime security and regional security.

The YCG capability will be enhanced, in order to achieve the following results:

• to contribute to the enhancement of maritime and port security in Yemen, to prevent further deterioration in stability and to promote the flow of aid and trade;

• to counter maritime crime and protect the freedom of navigation off the coast of Yemen; and
• to assist in avoiding security vacuums post-peace agreement by supporting planning and preparations on maritime law enforcement.