Faisal bin Farhan: The UAE's withdrawal from Yemen is a foundation for relations
His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, the Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs, affirmed the depth and strength of the relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, describing them as a fundamental element for the stability of the entire region. This came during a press statement in which His Highness clarified the Kingdom's official position regarding regional developments and its partnership with allies in the Gulf Cooperation Council.
Important statements regarding the Yemeni issue
In discussing the Yemeni file, His Highness the Foreign Minister highlighted a crucial point regarding the military presence there, stating: "If the UAE has completely withdrawn all its forces from Yemen, this is a key foundation for ensuring the continued strength and continuity of the relationship." This statement underscores the Kingdom's unwavering commitment to coordinating positions and aligning visions with the UAE, a vital strategic partner within the Arab Coalition and across various political and security issues.
Dimensions of Saudi-Emirati relations
The relationship between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi is of particular importance given the political and economic weight of both countries in the Middle East. This relationship serves as a model of bilateral cooperation that transcends traditional frameworks, evolving into a strategic partnership aimed at safeguarding Arab national security. The two countries have consistently worked together to address regional challenges, particularly in combating terrorism and supporting legitimacy in Yemen. This makes ongoing coordination regarding military withdrawals or redeployments essential to ensuring the sustainability of this partnership and achieving its desired goals of establishing peace.
Official talks in Warsaw
These remarks were made on the sidelines of the Foreign Minister's official visit to the Republic of Poland, where His Highness met in Warsaw with the Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Radosław Sikorski. The meeting included a comprehensive review of bilateral relations between the Kingdom and Poland, and ways to strengthen them in the economic and political spheres to serve the interests of both friendly nations.
The two sides also discussed a range of issues of mutual interest, most notably current political developments on the regional and international stages. They discussed diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions in conflict zones, emphasizing the importance of joint international action to achieve international peace and security. Prince Faisal bin Farhan's visit to Poland comes within the framework of active Saudi diplomacy aimed at diversifying international partnerships and strengthening the Kingdom's active presence on the global political stage.
