Today, Dr. Afrah Al-Zouba, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, met with Indonesian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammad Anis on the sidelines of the 52nd session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation held in Baghdad, Iraq. They discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations and expand areas of cooperation to serve the mutual interests of both countries.
The two sides reviewed opportunities for developing cultural, educational, and academic cooperation. They emphasized expanding student exchange programs and scholarships, as well as enhancing communication between universities and educational institutions in both countries. This collaboration aims to translate their shared historical legacy into sustainable cooperation programs.
Minister Al-Zouba briefed the Indonesian official on the latest developments in Yemen, highlighting the ongoing escalation by the Iran-backed Houthi militia. She pointed out the repercussions of their attacks on the security and stability of Yemen, as well as on international navigation in the Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab, and the Gulf of Aden.
Al-Zouba stressed the importance of enhancing coordination and consultation between the two countries in regional and international forums. She called for mobilizing support for government efforts aimed at ending the Houthi coup and achieving sustainable peace based on agreed-upon references.
For his part, the Indonesian Deputy Foreign Minister reaffirmed the deep historical ties between the two countries. He reiterated his country’s commitment to developing the bilateral partnership and expanding avenues for cooperation, as well as supporting efforts to enhance security and stability in Yemen.
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