On Tuesday, President Dr. Rashad Mohammed Alimi, the head of the Presidential Leadership Council and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, convened a crucial meeting with the High Security Committee. The meeting included the Governor of the Central Bank of Yemen, Ahmed Ghaleb Al-Mabqi.
The meeting featured several prominent figures, including:
The meeting focused on several pressing issues, including:
Governor Al-Mabqi provided an update on the economic situation, highlighting fluctuations in exchange rates. He outlined necessary decisions to support the Central Bank’s efforts in managing monetary policy and protecting the national currency from speculators and harmful practices.
The meeting also included briefings from the Ministers of Defense and Interior, as well as local leaders. They reported on military and security conditions, detailing successes in counter-terrorism efforts, including the dismantling of several cells linked to the Houthi militias and other terrorist organizations.
Participants reviewed proposed actions to monitor and dismantle terrorist cells in coordination with relevant agencies and local communities. They emphasized Yemen’s role as a reliable partner in regional and international efforts to combat cross-border threats.
The meeting commended the results of joint security and military campaigns that led to the arrest of numerous individuals involved in violent crimes, including murder and property destruction. These operations particularly targeted areas in Aden, Taiz, Lahij, Dhale, and Abyan.
The committee examined the military situation across operational theaters, in light of the Presidential Leadership Council’s decision regarding front-line unity and combat readiness. They also assessed coordination among various security and intelligence agencies to ensure a comprehensive response to challenges.
President Alimi praised the armed forces and security agencies for their successes in combating terrorism, smuggling, and organized crime. He highlighted their crucial role in maintaining security and stability in Aden and other liberated provinces.
The President stressed the importance of the High Security Committee in improving security and military decision-making. He called for close coordination with relevant agencies to uncover and deter terrorist plots, as well as to combat money, arms, and drug trafficking.
President Alimi acknowledged the significant achievements of the security committee in Taiz, led by local authorities and armed forces. Their efforts successfully exposed the Houthi militias’ destructive plans in the liberated provinces, particularly in the Fourth Military Region.
The President urged military, security, and intelligence agencies to intensify security precautions. This includes monitoring the movements of dormant Houthi cells and affiliated terrorist organizations, ensuring the safety of national and international organizations in Aden, and facilitating their operations.
The meeting also included the presence of:
This high-level meeting underscores the commitment of Yemen’s leadership to address security challenges and foster stability in the region.
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