Algerian Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ahmed Attaf, recently met with Saudi Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, and Yemeni Foreign Minister, Dr. Afrah Abd al-Aziz al-Zuba, on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly. The meetings focused on discussing various regional and international issues of common interest. According to a statement from the Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the talks aimed to review recent developments in the Middle East.
During his meeting with the Saudi Foreign Minister, Attaf discussed the latest developments in the Sahel region, highlighting the need for enhanced coordination and consultation between the two countries to address the multifaceted challenges facing the region. The two ministers also emphasized the importance of supporting efforts to promote security, stability, and development in the region, while addressing the root causes of crises. Furthermore, they reviewed the latest political and security developments in Libya.
The Algerian and Saudi ministers reaffirmed the importance of reaching a comprehensive political settlement to the Libyan crisis, led by the Libyans themselves, to preserve the country's unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. They also discussed the efforts of neighboring countries to support the Libyan political process, aiming to create favorable conditions for the Libyan people to overcome their crisis and achieve their aspirations for security, stability, and development.
In his meeting with the Yemeni Foreign Minister, Attaf congratulated her on her appointment as head of Yemen's diplomacy, emphasizing the deep historical ties of brotherhood and solidarity between the two countries and peoples. He expressed Algeria's solidarity with the Yemeni people and its readiness to continue supporting efforts to alleviate their suffering and achieve a sustainable peaceful solution that preserves Yemen's security, sovereignty, and stability.
The meetings between Attaf and his counterparts reflect Algeria's active engagement in regional and international diplomacy, particularly on Middle East issues. Algeria's diplomatic efforts aim to promote peace, stability, and cooperation in the region, while addressing the complex challenges facing countries in the area. The country's commitment to supporting its neighboring countries and promoting a peaceful resolution to conflicts is evident in its diplomatic engagements.
The 81st UN General Assembly provided a platform for Algerian diplomacy to engage with other countries on key regional and international issues. The Assembly brings together world leaders and diplomats to discuss pressing global challenges and promote cooperation to address them. Algeria's participation in the Assembly demonstrates its commitment to multilateralism and its role in promoting international peace and security.
The diplomatic engagements by Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf demonstrate the country's continued efforts to play an active role in regional and international affairs. Algeria's diplomatic initiatives aim to promote peace, stability, and cooperation in the Middle East and beyond, while addressing the complex challenges facing countries in the region.
Key points
- Algerian Foreign Minister engages with Saudi and Yemeni counterparts on Middle East issues at the 81st UN General Assembly.
