Brussels, 26/08/2005 (Agence Europe) - On 25 August, the European Commission granted €7.5 million for two aid projects in Yemen as part of the Commission's 2005-2006 strategy for Yemen that focuses on poverty reduction and strengthening of pluralism and democracy. “I welcome and encourage Yemeni efforts to progress towards democratisation, respect for human rights and the rule of law and its engagement in fighting terrorism. It is important for Yemen to live up to the expectations of the...