United_Kingdom–Yemen_relations
United Kingdom–Yemen relations
Bilateral relations
United Kingdom–Yemen relations have existed since the independence of South Yemen. The United Kingdom and Yemen have a long history of bilateral relations, dating back to the 20th century when the UK played a significant role in the region as a colonial power. The UK was a key influence on the modern state of Yemen, as it played a role in the creation of the independent South Yemen, which it had colonized previously. However, relations recently have been quite mixed, due to the United Kingdom’s involvement in the Yemeni Civil War.[1] Yemen has an embassy in London, and the United Kingdom has one consulate in Hodeidah and an embassy based in Sana'a, however, its operations have been suspended due to the Yemeni Civil War.[2]
Relations are quite complex, including British colonialism, the Yemeni Civil War, geostrategy, and counter-terrorism. The United Kingdom is a longstanding donor to the humanitarian relief effort in Yemen and provides training to the Saudi and Yemeni forces in order to combat the Houthi rebels.[3][4]
The United Kingdom has a non-resident ambassador in Muscat. Yemen has an embassy in London.