The Foreign Ministry welcomes the Mecca Agreement on mutual defense, emphasizing its importance for regional security and stability.

Yemen Welcomes Joint Defense Agreement in Mecca

The Republic of Yemen has expressed its support for the recently announced Joint Defense Agreement in Mecca, involving Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan. This agreement marks a strategic milestone in defense cooperation among the three nations. It reflects their shared political will to unify efforts, enhance collective security, and address regional challenges and threats.

Importance of the Agreement

In a statement, Yemen’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates highlighted the agreement’s significance amid escalating regional threats, including terrorism, arms smuggling, and risks targeting neighboring countries and international maritime routes. The ministry emphasized that these challenges necessitate a coordinated response.

Saudi Arabia’s Leadership Role

The ministry commended Saudi Arabia’s leadership in fostering responsible regional and international partnerships. It acknowledged the Kingdom’s active role in bolstering regional security and stability. Yemen reiterated its support for collaborative efforts based on mutual respect, aimed at safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Collective Responsibility and Regional Stability

The announcement of this agreement follows the establishment of a multinational maritime defense coalition, underscoring a growing commitment to collective responsibility. This initiative aims to enhance deterrent capabilities against terrorism and transnational threats. Yemen views this development as particularly crucial, as its security and stability are intertwined with the broader regional context.

Conclusion

Yemen believes that empowering its legitimate institutions and ensuring its sovereignty are essential components in building a more robust regional framework. This framework will better protect the security and stability of its member states while securing the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, and Bab el-Mandeb Strait. It will also safeguard freedom of navigation and international trade.

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