In a move reflecting the depth of the strategic relationship between the two countries, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan reaffirmed its full support for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, expressing its solidarity with the unity and territorial integrity of Yemen. This stance reinforces international and regional efforts aimed at ending the conflict and establishing lasting peace in the region.
A firm stance against escalation
The Pakistani Foreign Ministry issued an official statement emphasizing Islamabad's firm rejection of any unilateral actions taken by any party in Yemen. The ministry explained that such moves would only exacerbate the situation and undermine the prospects for a peaceful resolution, posing a direct threat to security and stability not only in Yemen but throughout the entire region. The statement affirmed Pakistan's support for all regional efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions, noting that dialogue and diplomacy are the only path to a comprehensive settlement.
High-level talks
In a related development, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud , Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a telephone call from His Excellency the Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Mr. Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif . The call addressed the fraternal bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries and discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation in various fields.
During the call, the two sides also discussed developments in regional and international events, stressing the need for joint action to address current challenges.
The depth of Saudi-Pakistani relations
These statements are particularly significant given the historical context of relations between Riyadh and Islamabad. Pakistan has always considered Saudi Arabia's security an integral part of its own national security, as evidenced by the ongoing coordination between the two countries' leaderships on political and security matters. The Kingdom is a strategic partner for Pakistan, bound by a long history of economic and military cooperation, as well as close religious and social ties.
The importance of stability in Yemen for the region
Pakistan's support for Saudi Arabia's efforts in Yemen comes at a critical time, as the Kingdom strives to lead initiatives aimed at ending the humanitarian suffering of the Yemeni people. The stability of Yemen is a cornerstone of the security of international waterways in the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, making support for the legitimate government and territorial integrity of Yemen an urgent international imperative to ensure the stability of the global economy and the flow of international trade.
