Al-Alimi: Unifying the military and security establishment is a prerequisite for Yemen's stability
Dr. Rashad Muhammad al-Alimi, head of the Presidential Leadership Council in Yemen, affirmed that unifying security and military decision-making is the cornerstone and essential condition for restoring state institutions and achieving the desired stability in the country. These affirmations came within the framework of the Presidential Council's vision to end the state of division and strengthen the internal front in the face of current challenges.
The importance of integrating military formations
Al-Alimi stressed that the multiplicity of loyalties and military leaderships hinders the legitimate government's efforts to extend its authority and secure liberated areas. He indicated that work is proceeding rapidly through the joint security and military committee to restructure the armed forces and security apparatus, and to integrate all military formations under the umbrella of the Ministries of Defense and Interior, thereby ensuring unified command and control and enhancing the efficiency of field operations.
Historical context and challenges of the current stage
This move comes amidst the exceptional circumstances Yemen has been experiencing since the formation of the Presidential Leadership Council in April 2022, which resulted from the Riyadh consultations aimed at unifying the republican ranks. The Council inherited a complex military situation characterized by the existence of multiple military formations that emerged during the years of war against the Houthi militias. Integrating these forces is a crucial component of the transitional phase and the Riyadh Agreement, which explicitly stipulated the necessity of unifying military efforts to confront the coup.
The political and economic dimensions of security stability
Observers believe that unifying military command will have repercussions not only on the battlefield but also on the economic and service sectors. A stable security situation in the interim capital, Aden, and the liberated governorates is crucial for attracting investment, facilitating the return of diplomatic missions, and ensuring the flow of humanitarian aid, which will positively impact the exchange rate of the national currency and improve the living conditions of citizens.
regional and international support
The Presidential Leadership Council's steps in this regard enjoy strong support from the Saudi-led coalition supporting the legitimate government, as well as international and UN backing. The international community considers building a unified and professional national military and security institution the only guarantee for preventing chaos, combating terrorism, and paving the way for any future comprehensive and sustainable political peace process.
Al-Alimi concluded his vision by emphasizing that the path to restoring Sana'a and ending the coup passes through the gateway of a stable and secure Aden, which can only be achieved with a single national army and a unified military doctrine that puts the interest of Yemen above all considerations.
