Yemen’s ambassador to the U.S. takes the oath of office before the Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council.

Yemeni Ambassador Sworn in by President Alimi in Riyadh

On Saturday, Dr. Rashad Mohammed Alimi, President of the Presidential Leadership Council, officiated the swearing-in ceremony for Ambassador Jamila Ali Rajea at the Yemeni Embassy in Riyadh. This event marks her appointment as Yemen’s extraordinary and plenipotentiary ambassador to the United States.

Historic Appointment

Following the oath, President Alimi congratulated Ambassador Rajea on her new role, highlighting her as the first Yemeni woman to hold this position in the history of Yemen-U.S. relations. He expressed confidence in her ability to leverage her extensive experience and intellectual background to effectively counter misleading narratives from the Houthi movement.

Responsibilities and Expectations

President Alimi urged Ambassador Rajea to fully embrace her responsibilities as the head of Yemen’s diplomatic mission in Washington. He emphasized the importance of strengthening the longstanding bilateral relations between Yemen and the United States.

Diplomatic Narrative and National Identity

The President underscored the crucial role of diplomatic missions in reinforcing the national narrative based on established references. He clarified that the situation in Yemen represents an armed rebellion and a coup against agreements, posing an existential threat to the national state project.

Addressing Houthi Threats

Alimi reiterated the significance of building on the U.S. executive decision to classify Houthi militias as a foreign terrorist organization. He called for intensified international pressure on these groups, which he described as among the most dangerous violent organizations globally, combining elements of theocratic governance, terrorism, and extremist ideologies.

Strengthening International Partnerships

The President also highlighted the need to enhance trust with donor communities and resume U.S. funding aimed at supporting recovery programs. He stressed the importance of forming advanced partnerships to restore state institutions and alleviate the suffering of the Yemeni people.

Commitment to Reform and Support

Alimi praised the ongoing reforms within Yemeni diplomacy and reaffirmed the need to amplify its role in garnering international support. He called for continued unity alongside the Yemeni people in their aspirations to restore national institutions and end the Houthi coup, which is backed by the Iranian regime.

Engaging with Current Challenges

The President emphasized the role of Yemeni embassies in effectively responding to current developments and adapting to changes at all levels. He urged a constructive promotion of the state project that all Yemenis deserve, while exposing the Houthi militias and their severe human rights violations, which pose a persistent threat to international peace and security.

Conclusion

The meeting concluded with the presence of Dr. Yahya Al-Shaibi, Director of the Presidency Office, underscoring the collaborative efforts within the Yemeni government to navigate the challenges ahead.

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