Barran Press
Aidarus al-Zubaidi, a member of the Presidential Leadership Council and leader of the Southern Transitional Council (STC), on Monday, June 10, 2024, urged for broad unity and cohesion to confront what he described as "extremely complex circumstances." He emphasized the importance of abandoning "the language of domination and control" to ensure the success of reconciliation efforts.
Al-Zubaidi made these remarks during the second general meeting of the Consultation and Reconciliation Authority held in Aden, the interim capital of Yemen. According to the STC's official website, Prime Minister Ahmed bin Mubarak was also present at the meeting.
Al-Zubaidi stated that the meeting "takes place under extraordinary and extremely complex circumstances that determine the future of our people. It requires courage and the assumption of national and historical responsibility with sincerity and dedication through our broad, united front to confront the looming dangers and threats."
He further asserted that "the requirements of reconciliation and guarantees for its success demand, first and foremost, the abandonment of the language of domination and control, which has become outdated and incompatible with reality." He added that "this approach will only lead to devastation and disasters that the people in both the north and south can no longer tolerate."
Al-Zubaidi continued, "This necessitates finding common ground on which we stand as one in the face of the enemy who lurks among us all. We have more that unites us than divides us, as long as intentions are sincere."
He emphasized that "the choice of peace and sitting at the negotiating table is the safe way to resolve all issues and the solid foundation that guarantees the stability of our country and the region."
Al-Zubaidi highlighted that the meeting in Aden "is a continuation of the significant efforts made recently to unify the position and strengthen the front to confront the Houthi group and its Iranian project," which he described as "a threat to the security and stability of our country and the region."
He characterized the battle against the Houthis as "a decisive and relentless battle, open on all military, political, and economic fronts." He reaffirmed the "firm stance in supporting and assisting the international coalition aimed at protecting the vital region of Yemen, the region, and the world."
Al-Zubaidi considered the economic file "the parallel front to the military fronts," which he said are "inextricably linked and cannot be fragmented, delayed, or subject to fluctuating positions that lack a firm foundation."
He stated, "Just as we triumphed in our military battle, we will triumph in the economic battle. We will proceed with reforms with determination and steadfastness and exert every effort to realize our people's aspirations for freedom and a dignified life, no matter the cost."
In this context, Al-Zubaidi renewed his "absolute support for the decisions and measures taken by the Central Bank's administration to protect the banking sector and rescue it from the encroachment and extortion of the Houthi militias, classified by the world as a terrorist group."
He also confirmed his support and assistance for "all measures initiated by several ministries, including transportation, communications and information technology, planning, and international cooperation, to relocate government institutions still under the control and influence of the Houthis to the capital Aden."
He reiterated his readiness to provide "all care, attention, security, legal protection, and support to all institutions, organizations, banks, humanitarian agencies, investment companies, and commercial agencies."