Council member Mahmoud Al-Sabahi meets with the U.S. ambassador to mark the conclusion of his tenure.

U.S. Ambassador to Yemen Concludes Tenure in Virtual Meeting with Yemeni Leadership

Meeting Highlights Diplomatic Relations

Today, Major General Mahmoud Al-Sobaihi, a member of the Presidential Leadership Council, held a virtual meeting with Stephen Fagin, the U.S. Ambassador to Yemen. This meeting marked the conclusion of Ambassador Fagin’s diplomatic service in Yemen.

During the discussion, both leaders addressed the current political, economic, and humanitarian situation in Yemen. They also explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation and partnership between the two nations.

Acknowledgment of Contributions

Major General Al-Sobaihi expressed his gratitude for Ambassador Fagin’s efforts during his time in Yemen. He highlighted the ambassador’s role in enhancing Yemeni-American relations and supporting peace and stability initiatives. Additionally, Al-Sobaihi recognized Fagin’s contributions to rallying international support for the Yemeni government and alleviating the humanitarian crisis affecting the Yemeni people.

Challenges Facing Yemen

Al-Sobaihi outlined several challenges currently confronting Yemen, particularly economic and humanitarian issues. He emphasized the direct impact of these challenges on citizens’ living conditions. The general stressed the importance of continued international support for the Yemeni government and state institutions to foster stability, improve essential services, and aid in development and reconstruction efforts.

U.S. Support for Yemen

Major General Al-Sobaihi praised the United States for its supportive stance towards Yemen’s unity, security, and stability. He acknowledged the humanitarian and developmental assistance provided by the U.S. over the years, as well as its efforts to strengthen state institutions in addressing current challenges. He wished Ambassador Fagin success in his future endeavors and commended his positive contributions to fostering friendship and cooperation between the two nations.

Commitment to Continued Support

In response, Ambassador Fagin expressed his appreciation for the cooperation he received from Major General Al-Sobaihi during his tenure. He reaffirmed that Yemen will continue to receive attention and support from the United States in its pursuit of peace, stability, and development.

Ambassador Fagin also noted that the U.S. would maintain collaboration with regional and international partners to support the Yemeni government, enhance state institutions, and improve humanitarian responses. He emphasized the U.S. commitment to ongoing coordination with Yemeni leadership to promote security and stability in Yemen and the broader region.

This meeting underscores the ongoing diplomatic efforts between Yemen and the United States, highlighting the importance of international collaboration in addressing Yemen’s pressing challenges.

To follow the news in Arabic