Deputy Prime Minister of Yemen

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Deputy Prime Minister of the
Republic of Yemen
Emblem of Yemen (2).svg
Incumbent
Vacant
since 17 December 2020
Style His Excellency
Residence Aden, Yemen
Appointer President of Yemen
Formation22 May 1990

The Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Yemen is the deputy head of government of Yemen.

According to the Constitution of Yemen, the Deputy Prime Minister is appointed by the President.

Last former Deputies Prime Ministers of Yemen are Ahmed al-Maisari and Ahmed Saeed al-Khanbashi.

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