[27/04/2025 01:05]

RIYADH - SABA
Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad al-Alimi received Sunday the Ambassador of the French Republic, Catherine Corm-Kammoun.

The meeting addressed the bilateral relations between the two friendly countries and the latest developments in local and regional situations, including the economic and humanitarian challenges exacerbated by the attacks of the Houthi terrorist militias on oil facilities and international navigation, as well as the required French and international support to enhance the government's efforts in facing these challenges.

The President reiterated his appreciation for the distinguished bilateral relations between the two friendly countries and the French Republic's stance alongside the Yemeni people and their aspirations to restore their national institutions, security, stability, and development.

He also expressed his hope for a more effective strategic partnership at all levels, and for an increase of French support, particularly in the economic, humanitarian, environmental, cultural and educational fields.

In this context, he praised the efforts of the international community to secure maritime passages, affirming that the solution to end the threat of the Houthi terrorist militias to international navigation is contingent upon restoring the Yemeni state institutions and supporting its government, which is a member of the United Nations, to assert its authority over all its national territory.

President al-Alimi warned that maritime passages will remain a focal point of constant tension as long as the Houthi terrorist militias maintain control over coastal areas and their clear collusion with terrorist organizations within Yemen and in the Horn of Africa.

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