PUTRAJAYA, Dec 27 — Malaysia has expressed deep concern over the recent escalation of hostilities in Yemen, particularly reports of unilateral military movements and territorial advances by the Southern Transitional Council (STC) in the eastern governorates of Hadramawt and Al-Mahra.
The Foreign Ministry (Wisma Putra) said that Malaysia is also seriously concerned by reports that the STC's actions have intensified tensions and threatened the fragile security environment.
“Such developments risk reversing the modest progress made towards political solutions, fuelling further fragmentation, and exacerbating humanitarian suffering among the people of Yemen,” it said in a statement today.
Malaysia also reiterated its full support for the Presidential Leadership Council and the Government of Yemen as the legitimate authorities responsible for leading Yemen through its transitional and peacebuilding processes.
“We reaffirm the importance of respect for Yemen’s constitutional and political frameworks, and we call upon all parties to commit to peaceful dialogue, to resolve disputes through political means, and to refrain from actions that could further destabilise the nation.
“Malaysia emphasises that a sustainable peace in Yemen can only be achieved through earnest negotiations, broad-based reconciliation among Yemeni factions, and respect for international law," said Wisma Putra.
It added that Malaysia stands in solidarity with the people of Yemen as they continue to endure immense hardship and humanitarian needs.
The nation also commended the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates for their continued efforts to facilitate de-escalation.
“Malaysia encourages all regional and international actors to support initiatives that uphold Yemen’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence,” said Wisma Putra.
