Al-Alimi praises Saudi Arabia's role in the southern Yemeni dialogue
The Vice President of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council, Dr. Abdullah Al-Alimi, praised the firm positions and continuous efforts made by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to promote stability in Yemen, particularly appreciating the statement of His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Defense, which reflects the Kingdom’s leading and pivotal role in sponsoring the “South-South Dialogue”.
Al-Alimi stressed that this Saudi support embodies the Kingdom’s serious commitment to expanding the base of political participation for all Yemeni components without exclusion or discrimination, which serves the future of the southern cause and preserves its just content, thus guaranteeing the rights of all within the framework of a comprehensive political solution.
A political path for the southern issue
The Vice President of the Presidential Leadership Council explained that, thanks to Saudi sponsorship, the Southern issue has moved from the realm of political manipulation and military conflict to a clear and mature political path. He noted that this shift enjoys broad support from the international community, opening up real opportunities for the people of the South to formulate a unified vision that reflects their will and legitimate aspirations, and contributes effectively to achieving a comprehensive and sustainable peace that ends the humanitarian suffering in Yemen.
The Saudi role and unifying ranks
These statements come within the context of the extensive diplomatic and political efforts led by Saudi Arabia for years to bridge the divide between the various Yemeni factions. Riyadh has played a historic role in hosting Yemeni dialogues, from the Gulf Initiative to the Riyadh Agreement and the Riyadh consultations that led to the formation of the Presidential Leadership Council. These efforts primarily aim to unify the internal front in the face of current challenges and ensure that efforts are not dissipated in peripheral conflicts.
The importance of South-South dialogue
The Southern Dialogue holds paramount strategic importance in the current Yemeni landscape, as the stability of the southern governorates and the consensus among their political and social components are fundamental pillars for restoring state institutions. Southern consensus contributes to strengthening the position of the internationally recognized legitimate government and paves the way for any final peace negotiations, making Saudi Arabia's sponsorship of this process a crucial step towards achieving regional security and stability.
