Aden -- The International Quartet on Yemen, comprising the United States, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates—has formally notified Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) of its intent to impose targeted international sanctions on individuals and entities obstructing the country’s financial and economic reform agenda.

The warning comes amid growing frustration over stalled reforms and alleged interference by political and military actors in key government institutions. 

According to diplomatic sources briefed on the discussions, the Quartet emphasized the urgent need to protect the independence of Yemen’s Central Bank and ensure transparent management of public revenues, including oil and customs income.

During a recent meeting in Riyadh, Yemen’s Prime Minister Salem Saleh bin Buraik met with ambassadors from the Quartet countries and the French chargé d’affaires to discuss the deteriorating economic situation and the importance of restoring confidence in state institutions. 

The Quartet reportedly expressed concern over corruption, parallel financial networks, and the politicization of economic decision-making.

The proposed sanctions would target those undermining reform efforts, including individuals accused of obstructing budgetary oversight, manipulating exchange rates, or diverting public funds. 

Measures may include asset freezes, travel bans, and restrictions on international financial transactions, in line with existing UN and OFAC frameworks.

This move aligns with broader international efforts to stabilize Yemen’s economy and support the UN-led peace process. The Quartet reiterated its support for the government’s reform roadmap and called for full implementation of fiscal transparency measures, including audits and anti-corruption mechanisms.

Yemen’s economic collapse has deepened humanitarian suffering, with inflation, currency depreciation, and salary delays affecting millions. Analysts warn that without decisive reforms and accountability, donor confidence and international support may erode further.

The PLC has yet to issue an official response to the Quartet’s warning, but sources suggest internal consultations are underway to address the concerns and avoid punitive measures.