The Speaker of the House meets with the Chair of Azerbaijan’s National Assembly and participates in the conference of member states in Baku.

Speaker of the Yemeni Parliament Meets Azerbaijani Counterpart at OIC Conference

BAKU, Azerbaijan – Sheikh Sultan al-Barakani, the Speaker of the Yemeni Parliament, met with Sahiba Gafarova, the Chair of the National Assembly of Azerbaijan, during the 20th Conference of the Union of Councils of Member States of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) held in Baku.

Strengthening Bilateral Relations

During their meeting, both leaders discussed the latest developments in regional and international affairs. They explored ways to enhance bilateral relations and improve parliamentary cooperation to serve mutual interests.

Additionally, they examined mechanisms for joint coordination in regional and international forums. A proposal to establish a parliamentary friendship committee between the two councils emerged, aiming to strengthen ties between their legislative bodies.

Acknowledging Diplomatic Ties

Al-Barakani praised the strong relations between Yemen and Azerbaijan, commending Azerbaijan’s efforts in hosting the 20th conference. He also highlighted the political, economic, and humanitarian situation in Yemen, emphasizing the serious repercussions of the Houthi militia’s coup, which Iran supports. He noted that this situation poses a threat to regional and international peace and security.

In response, Gafarova welcomed Al-Barakani and the accompanying Yemeni delegation, which included Abdul Wahab Maawda, Ali Hussein Al-Ansi, Abdullah Al-Khalqi, and Mohammed Al-Sharafi. She reaffirmed the depth of diplomatic relations between the two nations and expressed solidarity with Yemen’s constitutional legitimacy, supporting the country’s unity and stability.

Participation in Arab Group Consultative Meetings

In related activities, Al-Barakani and the parliamentary delegation participated in the Arab Group’s consultative meetings. They also engaged in the 27th Coordinating Committee meeting, which aimed to unify parliamentary positions and enhance coordination among member parliaments regarding shared challenges.

The discussions during these meetings covered various political, developmental, and humanitarian issues of mutual interest. Participants also explored ways to strengthen collective parliamentary work and activate the roles of specialized committees to benefit member states and enhance their influence in international forums.

Yemen’s Role in Human Rights Committees

As a result of the Arab Group meetings, member states were selected for key committees, including the Executive Committee and the Committee on Political Affairs and Foreign Relations. Yemen was chosen to join the Human Rights and Women’s Committee, a significant step that enhances Yemen’s presence in specialized committee work within the OIC. This selection underscores the importance of the Yemeni Parliament’s role in supporting human rights and humanitarian issues across various fields.

Visit to the Azerbaijani National Assembly

Al-Barakani and his accompanying parliamentary delegation also visited the Azerbaijani National Assembly. They gained insights into the workings of the legislative institution and its parliamentary experience.

This meeting and the subsequent discussions reflect a commitment to fostering collaboration and understanding between Yemen and Azerbaijan, as both nations work towards shared goals in the international arena.

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