The Construction Industry in Yemen and Economic Sustainability: Essential Requirements for Development

The construction industry is one of most important components in the economic development of a developing country, being a major contributor to the national economy and responsible for the provision of housing, infrastructure projects and employment. The construction industry of Yemen is plagued by difficult economic and technical problems. This industry faces many barriers, in addition, the inefficient construction practices and procedures consume excessive capital, time and resources that have a direct flow-on effect for the national economy and the nation's socio-economic development. The recent global shift to sustainable development requires that the construction industry in Yemen initiate essential premeditated developmental policies and strategies in order to meet future demand for economic and sustainable development, moreover, in accord with the local needs, capabilities, available resources and culture.