Expert analysis and advice on Yemen
IN THE NEWS - "Yemen Experts and Consultants"
Philip Eliason recently finished security and justice sector contract work in the Republic of Yemen. With his experience in Arab affairs and fluency in the local language, he developed excellent networks both within the Yemeni government and in its business, NGO and tribal networks.
PEAA has established a network of associates with deep experience in analysis, policy and program design. They have direct experience in Yemen and on issues currently on Yemen's development agenda. Many also have wider experience in the Middle East and South East Asia.
Read a radio interview transcript of an overview on Yemen here or listen here (27 Jan, 2009)
Current Yemen Services
Situation Reports
PEAA writes assessments of political and security issues affecting investment and operations in Yemen and other Middle East states. These assessments are aligned to the interests of the client and are informed by PEAA's associate network.
Organisations which can make more informed decisions based on PEAA's advice are:
- International NGOs,
- Corporations in the natural resources sector,
- Government and NGO conference and visit delegation managers
- specialty tourism operators .
PEAA uses in-country visits to appraise conditions and consult with leading figures in the course of preparation of certain reports for clients. As a matter of course, PEAA also uses local sources in reporting.
See images and notes on some of Philip's Yemen activities
Based on its work in Yemen, PEAA has established a unique network of experts who are:
- Experienced local issues analysts,
- Experienced policy and program designers with direct experience in Yemen,
- Have direct exposure to issues currently on Yemen's development agenda,
- Have cultural and language skills and appropriate regional experience.
Our approach to Yemen takes into account these elements in selecting our Yemen specialists. Our experience-on-the-ground in Yemen has clearly identified the willingness and desire of Yemen to tackle issues themselves, assisted by strategic international support. PEAA is well placed to supply vital knowledge and analaysis recources for NGOs and commercial interests looking to be, or who are already active in Yemen.
PEAA provides specialist services in:
- Community relations issues fundamental to foreign investors in Yemen's resource sector
- Telecommunications technical support and telecommunications regulatory affairs for Yemeni enterprises
- Telemarketing in Yemen
- Public Sector reform
- Political and security analysis of current developments in Yemen for investors and firms deploying staff to Yemen
- Yemeni tribal affairs
- Fishing industry issues affecting Yemen's coastal communities and fish processing and handling
- Economic policy reform as Yemen seeks to develop a systematic improvement to Yemen's economic performance
- Taxation reform supporting Yemen's revenue growth
- Workshops and training government and NGOs in Yemen
- Yemeni small business and enterprise development policy
- Supply and installation of ICT systems for companies, NGOs and government agencies in Yemen
- Supply and installation of language laboratories for Yemen's health, education, security and banking sectors
- Yemen's future tourism sector
Benefits of engaging PEAA
- Fast access to Yemen and Middle East experts
- Analysis and recommendations meet your specific needs
- Unique use is made of subtle yet important local cultural, and political nuances in providing recommendations
- Cost effectiveness and lower management overheads
- Personal focus on work
- Value-adding approach
- Security aware and supportive local networks
- Flexibility
Canberra Times article
"A Question of Smart, Strategic Relationships - Countering Radicalisation" May 27, 2010
Address:
"Yemen: State, Tribes and Terror" April 2010
Philip Eliason advised on and was cited in New flashpoint at the Gate of Tears by Graham Cooke on 29 April in www.onlineopinion.com.au
Read a radio interview transcript of an up-to-date overview on Yemen here or alternatively, listen to the audio version here (27 Jan, 2009)
To discuss details of your requirements in relation to Yemen please contact us
