Summary
Aden, a city in southern Yemen, is experiencing improved electricity supply after years of blackouts. This change follows the re-establishment of Yemen's government in the city with Saudi support. Saudi-UAE tensions have affected their roles in Yemen, with Saudi Arabia taking a more dominant position.
Key Facts
- Aden's electricity supply has improved significantly, with about 20 hours of continuous service daily.
- The improvement in power supply is due to a fuel grant from Saudi Arabia for power stations.
- Yemen's government, backed by Saudi Arabia, has returned to Aden after the Southern Transitional Council (STC) was pushed back.
- Tensions between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) over control in Yemen have influenced recent changes, with the UAE withdrawing.
- Falah al-Shahrani from the Saudi-led Coalition has been influential in security and military arrangements in Aden.
- Some leaders of the STC have moved to Saudi Arabia after Saudi military action, while others continue activities in Yemen.
- Saudi Arabia is now seen as taking a leading role in Aden, possibly leading to broader recovery for Yemen.
