The Islamic Republic of Pakistan reaffirmed its unwavering support for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, expressing its firm rejection of any unilateral actions taken in Yemen that would undermine peace prospects and destabilize the region. This statement comes at a time when the Yemeni arena is witnessing political and military tensions that necessitate concerted international efforts to support legitimacy and end the coup.
The depth of strategic relations between Islamabad and Riyadh
Pakistan's position cannot be understood in isolation from the long history of fraternal and strategic relations between Islamabad and Riyadh. Pakistan has always considered the security of Saudi Arabia an integral part of its own national security. This commitment has been demonstrated on numerous occasions, with Pakistani leaders repeatedly affirming that any threat to the Kingdom's sovereignty or to the Two Holy Mosques will be met with a strong and decisive response from Pakistan. This relationship transcends traditional diplomatic dimensions, encompassing close military and economic cooperation, making Pakistani solidarity with Saudi Arabia a cornerstone of Islamabad's foreign policy.
Regional context and the Yemeni crisis
These assurances come amidst the ongoing Yemeni crisis, which has cast a dark shadow over regional and international security. Pakistan views with grave concern the unilateral actions taken by militias outside the framework of international legitimacy, considering that these actions not only obstruct political solutions but also threaten the security of international navigation in the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Pakistan consistently supports efforts to reach a comprehensive political solution to the Yemeni crisis based on the three agreed-upon frameworks: the Gulf Cooperation Council Initiative and its Implementation Mechanism, the outcomes of the Yemeni National Dialogue Conference, and relevant UN Security Council resolutions, particularly Resolution 2216.
The importance of regional stability and its international impact
Pakistani policymakers recognize that the stability of the Arabian Gulf region and Yemen has direct implications for the global economy and energy security. Any miscalculation or unilateral actions could widen the conflict, negatively impacting global supply chains. Therefore, Pakistan calls on the international community to intensify pressure to halt actions that obstruct the peace process, affirming its support for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in its efforts to restore security and stability in Yemen and to assist the Yemeni people in overcoming their humanitarian and economic crisis.
