Doha, Qatar – Qatar has expressed its support for the Yemeni government’s efforts to promote national dialogue and address the Southern issue. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement emphasizing its backing for initiatives aimed at achieving fair and comprehensive solutions that bolster security and stability in Yemen.
The Ministry lauded the request by Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council Chairman, Rashad al-Alimi, to convene a conference in Riyadh. The goal is to bring Yemeni parties together to discuss appropriate solutions for the Southern issue, reflecting the Yemeni leadership’s commitment to dialogue as a fundamental approach to resolving national issues.
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry also expressed appreciation for Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the conference, acknowledging Riyadh’s crucial role in supporting regional and international efforts to achieve security and stability in Yemen. This underscores the importance of collaborative approaches to resolving complex regional challenges.
The statement stressed the importance of the constructive participation of all Southern components in the upcoming Riyadh conference, prioritizing the interests of the Yemeni people. It also highlighted the need to adhere to the outcomes of the national dialogue as a consensual framework and a comprehensive mechanism for reaching an inclusive political solution. This solution should meet the aspirations of all segments of the Yemeni population, preserve Yemen’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
The Qatari Foreign Ministry cautioned against unilateral announcements and actions taken without consultation and consensus among Yemeni parties, and without engaging in serious and responsible dialogue. Such actions, it warned, could lead to chaos, undermining the interests of the Yemeni people and jeopardizing opportunities for a sustainable political settlement.
In closing, the Ministry reaffirmed Qatar’s unwavering support for all regional and international efforts aimed at advancing the political process. This commitment seeks to contribute to ending the Yemeni crisis through dialogue and peaceful means, serving the security and stability of Yemen and the broader region.
