Yemen Monitor / Newsroom:
Yemeni Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Shaya Mohsen al-Zindani confirmed on Thursday, during the first government meeting in the temporary capital, Aden, that the government is committed to field work alongside citizens. He emphasized that the cabinet will remain on the ground to oversee the implementation of development and service programs, moving away from any presence abroad.
In statements to Al Arabiya, al-Zindani indicated that the government is prioritizing the enhancement of security and stability and the provision of services, while respecting rights and equality among all citizens. He affirmed the rejection of any calls for chaos or actions aimed at disturbing public peace.
He added that the government is preparing to announce a realistic budget for the year 2026 for the first time in years, asserting that this measure will accompany efforts to regulate resources and improve the performance of the public sector.
Furthermore, al-Zindani announced that the government will work to unify military and security decision-making, renewing the commitment to remove all military camps from Aden and all cities to ensure security and stability.
The Prime Minister emphasized Saudi Arabia’s supporting role for the legitimacy, describing it as a “supporter of the Yemeni state, a partner for peace, and a guarantor of stability.” He expressed confidence that the Southern-Southern dialogue, sponsored by Riyadh, will represent a window to resolve the Southern cause according to the will of the people of the South, away from policies of betrayal and chaos.
For his part, Presidential Leadership Council member Abdulrahman al-Mahrami confirmed in a post on X that the security and stability of Aden represent a non-negotiable priority. He warned against any attempt to destabilize public peace or drag the city toward chaos and futile conflicts, praising the role of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in sponsoring the Southern-Southern dialogue as a historic opportunity to resolve outstanding issues.
Earlier today, al-Zindani chaired the first meeting of his government in the temporary capital, Aden, attended by a large number of cabinet members days after its formation in Riyadh. The government consists of 35 ministers, with Prime Minister Shaya al-Zindani retaining the Foreign Ministry portfolio, following recent events in the governorates of Hadramawt and Al-Mahrah.
