The Minister of Defense thanks the director of the port of Mukalla for his heroic and humanitarian role
His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Defense, sent a message of thanks and appreciation to Engineer Salem Basamir, Director of the Port of Mukalla in the Republic of Yemen, praising his heroic and great humanitarian role that contributed to the safety and preservation of lives and property within the port.
The Minister of Defense expressed his appreciation in a post on his official X account, stating: "I thank Engineer Salem Basamir, Director of the Port of Mukalla, for his heroic and humanitarian role in ensuring the safety and protection of lives and property at the port." These words reflect the Saudi leadership's close monitoring of field developments and its appreciation for individual and institutional efforts that contribute to the stability and well-being of the brotherly Yemeni people.
Strategic importance of the port of Mukalla
The port of Mukalla holds paramount strategic importance as the main maritime gateway for Hadramawt Governorate and surrounding areas, serving as a vital lifeline for the flow of commercial goods and humanitarian aid. The safe operation of this crucial facility is fundamental to the stability of food and medicine supply chains for Yemeni citizens, making any effort to protect the port and its personnel highly valued at both the local and regional levels.
The depth of Saudi-Yemeni relations
This gesture from His Royal Highness the Minister of Defense reflects the deep fraternal ties that bind the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Yemen. The Kingdom, through its numerous initiatives such as the Saudi Program for the Development and Reconstruction of Yemen, places great importance on rehabilitating Yemeni ports and enhancing their operational efficiency, believing that development and stability begin with strong and secure infrastructure.
Appreciation for human responsibility
Highlighting the "heroic and humanitarian" role of Engineer Salem Basmeir carries significant implications regarding the value of dedicated work during times of crisis. Protecting lives and property in marine environments requires courage, quick thinking, and a strong sense of responsibility—qualities that warranted this special recognition from the Minister of Defense, serving as an incentive for all those working in vital sectors to give even more in service to humanity and the environment.
