Almotamar.net - An official report mentioned Sunday that Yemen has allocated $143 million and 370 thousand for defence and security, as part of an investment programme for the year 2008.
According to the report obtained by almotamar.net the process of financing is allocated to implement a number of institutional projects aimed at strengthening capabilities of the Coast Guard by installation of new security observation centres in the border areas, improvement of the level of services offered to crossing of ships of the Yemeni coasts in addition to enhancement of protection of security and military positions. The programme includes also the purchase of mechanizations and equipment and the development of communication networks of the security apparatuses besides the establishment of residential buildings and police stations in various governorates.