The UAE supports Saudi Arabia's efforts to stabilize Yemen and end the tension
The United Arab Emirates welcomed the tireless and continuous efforts made by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to support security and stability in the sisterly Republic of Yemen, affirming its full support for the Kingdom in its endeavors to unify the Yemeni ranks and end internal tensions.
Supporting the stability and unity of Yemen
The UAE commended the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's pivotal role in leading the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen and its unwavering commitment to serving the interests of the Yemeni people and fulfilling their legitimate aspirations for development and prosperity. In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed the UAE's commitment to supporting all steps that contribute to strengthening stability in Yemen, which will positively impact the security of the entire region, emphasizing the deep-rooted fraternal and strategic relations between the two brotherly nations.
Widespread Yemeni support for the Saudi position
In a related context, 17 Yemeni political parties and entities praised the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s firm stance on critical Yemeni issues, including the “Southern Issue,” considering it a just cause with historical and social dimensions that must be addressed within the framework of dialogue and national consensus, away from military escalation or unilateral decisions.
Political parties and groups expressed their full support for the statement issued by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which included a clear and explicit position calling for de-escalation and the restoration of normalcy in the governorates of Hadramawt and Al-Mahra. This broad political support underscores the pivotal role of Saudi Arabia in maintaining the cohesion of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council and preventing the liberated areas from descending into peripheral conflicts.
Calls for calm in Hadramawt and Al-Mahra
The Saudi statement emphasized the necessity of the Southern Transitional Council forces returning to their previous barracks outside the governorates of Hadramawt and Al-Mahra, and their immediate withdrawal from these areas according to organized arrangements and under the supervision of the Coalition to Support Legitimacy. This step comes within the framework of the Kingdom's keenness to spare the eastern governorates any tensions that could hinder development or affect social peace, especially since these areas are a vital artery for the Yemeni economy.
Regional context and the importance of joint coordination
The UAE's welcoming of Saudi efforts is of paramount strategic importance at this juncture, reflecting the strength of coordination between the two pillars of the Arab Coalition. Observers affirm that the convergence of visions between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi is a cornerstone for the success of political efforts in Yemen and supports the UN-sponsored peace process. Furthermore, containing the tension in the eastern governorates thwarts any attempts to destabilize the liberated areas and refocuses efforts on the primary objective of restoring the state and ending the Houthi coup, thereby enhancing the prospects for reaching a comprehensive and sustainable political solution to the Yemeni crisis.
