The leadership of the Arab Coalition Forces supporting legitimacy in Yemen has recently intensified its series of meetings with various stakeholders in Aden society, including social figures, tribal leaders, and representatives of civil society organizations in the interim capital. These intensified efforts are part of the Coalition's ongoing endeavors to bridge the gap between different groups and strengthen the internal front in the face of current challenges.
Context of the movements and the importance of timing
These meetings are of exceptional importance given the sensitive timing of the Yemeni crisis. Since the liberation of Aden in 2015, the city has played a pivotal role as the country's temporary capital and the political and military center of gravity for the legitimate government. However, the city has witnessed numerous political and security challenges that have necessitated continuous intervention from the Saudi-led coalition to bridge the divide, particularly by pushing for the implementation of the Riyadh Agreement, which aims to unify military and political efforts toward restoring the state.
Meeting objectives: Security and services first
The data indicates that these meetings are not limited to security and military matters, but extend to include service and community aspects that directly affect citizens' lives. Through communication with local leaders and stakeholders, the coalition seeks to:
- Strengthening civil peace: by resolving side disputes and directing the compass towards the common enemy represented by the coup militias.
- Supporting state institutions: Enabling local authorities to perform their duties in providing basic services such as electricity, water and health, which are a fundamental pillar for the stability of society.
- Combating negative phenomena: Cooperation with the community to reject extremism and terrorism and to restrict weapons to the state.
Strategic dimensions and expected impact
Strategically, the stability of Aden is seen as a model to be replicated in the other liberated governorates. The coalition's success in creating a cohesive social environment in Aden will positively impact the entire Yemeni landscape, strengthening the legitimate government's position in any future political negotiations and demonstrating to the international community the coalition's commitment to achieving peace and stability.
In conclusion, these moves confirm that the battle in Yemen is not only military, but also a battle of building, development and social cohesion, and that the true partnership between the coalition and local components is the only guarantee for overcoming the stage of conflict towards a more stable and prosperous future.
