Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council appointed Salem Saleh Bin Braik as the new Prime Minister, following the resignation of Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak. Bin Braik, who had served as Finance Minister since 2019, steps into leadership during a period of significant political and economic challenges.

Key Points:

• Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak resigned, citing obstacles in implementing cabinet reforms and internal disagreements with the Presidential Leadership Council. 
• Salem Saleh Bin Braik, born in 1965 in Mukalla, has held various financial and administrative roles, including Vice Finance Minister before his tenure as Finance Minister. 
• The appointment comes amid Yemen's ongoing civil conflict, with Houthi rebels controlling significant territories, including the capital, Sanaa. 
• The U.S. has intensified military operations against Houthi forces since March 2025, aiming to protect Red Sea commercial shipping routes. 
• Bin Braik's leadership is seen as an effort to revitalize the Yemeni government, which has faced paralysis and economic hardships, including inflation and power outages. 
• Bin Braik's appointment is viewed as a strategic move to stabilize Yemen's internationally recognized government and address the nation's pressing economic and political issues.
• His extensive experience in financial governance is anticipated to play a crucial role in navigating the country through its current challenges.