Yemen participates in the 39th session of the Arab Transport Ministers Council in Alexandria.
- The Yemeni delegation was led by Minister of Transport Mohsen Al-Omari.
- Emergency Plan for Transport Services Al-Omari explained that the government and the Ministry of Transport have developed an emergency plan that spans over six months.
- The measures include arrangements across various transport sectors to enhance readiness for dealing with sudden changes.
- Call for Collective Responsibility Minister Al-Omari stressed that safeguarding navigation security and stabilizing maritime corridors is a shared responsibility.
Yemen Participates in the 39th Session of the Arab Transport Ministers Council
The Republic of Yemen participated today in the 39th session of the Arab Transport Ministers Council, held in Alexandria, Egypt. The Yemeni delegation was led by Minister of Transport Mohsen Al-Omari.
Yemen’s Challenges in Transport Sector
Minister Al-Omari emphasized that Yemen faces exceptional circumstances and complex security and economic challenges due to ongoing war and attacks targeting its territory and vital facilities. These conditions directly impact the land, air, and maritime transport sectors, as well as trade and navigation.
Emergency Plan for Transport Services
Al-Omari explained that the government and the Ministry of Transport have developed an emergency plan that spans over six months. This plan aims to address the challenges and attacks while ensuring the continuity of transport services. The measures include arrangements across various transport sectors to enhance readiness for dealing with sudden changes.
Regional and International Implications
The minister pointed out that the attacks and threats facing Yemen and Saudi Arabia do not only affect the two countries but also extend to the Arab region and the international community. This is due to the strategic importance of maritime corridors, ports, and navigation routes, which serve as a vital artery for global trade.
Call for Collective Responsibility
Minister Al-Omari stressed that safeguarding navigation security and stabilizing maritime corridors is a shared responsibility. He called for effective Arab and international coordination and unified efforts to confront threats targeting the region’s security and stability, ensuring the smooth flow of trade and global supply chains.
Discussion on Cooperation and Challenges
The meeting, attended by Arab transport ministers, will discuss ways to enhance joint cooperation and address current political and economic challenges and their implications for joint Arab transport projects. Additionally, the session will review the implementation of decisions from the previous session and assess ongoing Arab joint projects in the transport sector.
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