The Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council discusses national and regional developments with the British Foreign Secretary.

President Rashad Muhammad Alimi Discusses National and Regional Developments with UK Foreign Secretary

On Friday, President Rashad Muhammad Alimi, head of the Presidential Leadership Council, engaged in discussions with Ed Miliband, the United Kingdom’s Foreign Secretary and Minister for Commonwealth and Development Affairs. They addressed the latest developments in national and regional situations, focusing on coordinated efforts with the international community to enhance security and stability in the region.

Updates on Military Operations and Humanitarian Impact

President Alimi briefed the British minister on the military and field developments within the “Dawn of Yemen” operation aimed at restoring state institutions. He highlighted the situation in Taiz Governorate, where local residents and armed forces continue to resist Houthi terrorist attacks. The president emphasized the humanitarian repercussions of these assaults across various levels.

Support from Saudi Arabia and the UK

During a phone call with the British minister, President Alimi praised the significant support provided by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the Yemeni government and its people in countering escalation. He also acknowledged the United Kingdom’s efforts to eliminate the Houthi threat to international peace and security, aiming to achieve stability and peace in Yemen and the broader region.

Commitment to Yemen’s Stability

In response, Foreign Secretary Miliband reaffirmed the UK’s full support for the Presidential Leadership Council and the Yemeni government at all levels. He stated that the United Kingdom, as a penholder in the United Nations Security Council, will continue collaborating with international partners to tighten measures against the smuggling of weapons and dual-use technologies to Houthi militias. Miliband also expressed support for efforts to resolve the Yemeni crisis in accordance with international legitimacy.

Preparations for an International Conference

Miliband commended Saudi Arabia’s pivotal role in supporting Yemen and its people. He noted that his government is preparing to convene an international conference aimed at rallying political, economic, and humanitarian support for the Yemeni government and its citizens. This conference will seek to mobilize necessary resources and funding to alleviate humanitarian suffering and support recovery and stability efforts in the country.

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