The Foreign Minister discusses with her Egyptian counterpart enhancing joint coordination and the Houthi escalation.

Meeting at the OIC Ministerial Council

On Saturday, Foreign Minister and Expatriates Affairs Dr. Afrah Al-Zuba met with Egypt’s Foreign Minister and Minister of Immigration and Expatriates Affairs, Dr. Badr Abdel-Aty. This meeting took place on the sidelines of the 52nd session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) held in Baghdad, Iraq.

Strengthening Bilateral Relations

During the meeting, both ministers discussed the bilateral relations between their countries. They explored ways to enhance cooperation and consultation on issues of mutual interest and regional developments.

Addressing Houthi Escalation

Dr. Al-Zuba addressed the recent Houthi escalation, particularly the targeting of the Maashiq Palace and Aden International Airport with ballistic missiles for the second time. She emphasized the need to strengthen Arab coordination to confront these threats and counter Iranian military support that fuels Houthi aggression. Furthermore, she highlighted the importance of supporting the Yemeni government in its efforts to end the coup, restore state institutions, and establish security and stability while protecting maritime navigation and international sea lanes.

Egypt’s Support for Yemen

In response, the Egyptian Foreign Minister reaffirmed his country’s commitment to Yemen’s security, stability, and territorial integrity. He rejected any actions that threaten Yemen’s security or undermine its legitimate institutions. He stressed the importance of continued coordination and consultation between the two countries to serve the interests of both peoples and ensure regional security and stability.

Collaboration within the OIC

Both sides underscored the significance of ongoing consultation and coordination within the framework of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. They aim to enhance efforts to address the crises and challenges facing the Islamic world.

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