Bahasani, a Council member, discusses national and regional developments with the French Ambassador.

In a significant diplomatic meeting held today, Major General Faraj Salmin Al-Bahsni, a member of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council, engaged in talks with the French Ambassador to Yemen, Catherine Colonna, to discuss the evolving situation both nationally and regionally. The meeting underscored the critical role that the international and regional communities must play in bolstering stability in Yemen.

Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation

The discussions highlighted the avenues for enhancing mutual cooperation between Yemen and France, with a particular focus on humanitarian aid efforts aimed at alleviating the suffering of the Yemeni people amidst the current challenges. The ongoing Houthi escalation and terrorist activities targeting Yemeni civilians were reviewed, with Al-Bahsni emphasizing the importance of regional and international support for the Presidential Leadership Council in facing these challenges. He advocated for increased pressure on the Houthi militias to cease their repeated aggressions.

The Role of France in Supporting Yemen

Al-Bahsni lauded the positive stance of France towards the Yemeni crisis, noting the significance of French support in achieving stability in Yemen. He confirmed that bolstering cooperation in various fields, especially in security and humanitarian aspects, would enhance Yemen’s capacity to address current challenges and achieve sustainable security and development. Al-Bahsni called on the international and regional communities to adopt firm positions against the Houthi militias and to impose severe sanctions to prevent further destabilization in the region.

France’s Commitment to Yemen

On her part, the French Ambassador reaffirmed her country’s readiness to support the efforts of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council and the legitimate government. She renewed France’s commitment to assisting the Yemeni people in realizing their aspirations for a secure, stable, and peaceful existence.

This meeting marks a pivotal moment in Yemeni-French relations, highlighting a mutual commitment to addressing the complexities of the Yemeni crisis and exploring opportunities for cooperation to foster a more stable and prosperous Yemen.

Presidential Leadership Council member Faraj Salmin Al-Bahsni meets French Ambassador to Yemen Catherine Colonna to discuss national and regional developments and ways to enhance bilateral cooperation, especially in humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of the Yemeni people amidst current conditions. Al-Bahsni highlights the importance of regional and international support against Houthi escalation and terrorism, and emphasizes the role of France in supporting stability in Yemen. The French Ambassador reaffirms France’s commitment to supporting the Presidential Leadership Council and the legitimate government in achieving peace and stability for the Yemeni people.

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