In an official statement, the Hadhramaut National Council commended the massive public demonstrations held in the cities and regions of Hadhramaut Governorate, which expressed unwavering support for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's sincere and fraternal stance towards Yemen in general, and Hadhramaut in particular. The Council affirmed that this popular movement reflects the profound awareness among the people of the governorate of the pivotal role the Kingdom plays in maintaining regional stability and supporting the legitimate government.
The context of the establishment and the pivotal role of the council
This stance comes at a time of significant political tensions in Yemen, with the emergence of the Hadhramaut National Council as a unified political and social entity, officially launched in the Saudi capital, Riyadh. The council's establishment was a response to the aspirations of the people of Hadhramaut to unify their ranks and voice, and to ensure Hadhramaut's equal participation and partnership in Yemeni political decision-making, free from the subservience and marginalization it suffered in the past. The council is the culmination of a series of intensive consultations sponsored by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, thus strengthening its position as a political representative of the Hadhramaut cause within the framework of the Yemeni state.
The importance of Saudi support for Hadhramaut
These public events derive their significance from the deep historical, geographical, and social ties that bind Hadramawt to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom has not only provided political support, but has also, through the Saudi Program for the Development and Reconstruction of Yemen, delivered a wide range of service and development projects that have directly impacted the lives of Hadrami citizens, from the health and education sectors to infrastructure and energy. Observers believe this popular support is a message of loyalty and gratitude for this ongoing developmental and humanitarian role.
Strategic dimensions and regional impact
From a geopolitical perspective, Hadramawt Governorate represents the largest economic and geographical center of gravity in Yemen, comprising a third of the country's area and possessing significant oil and mineral reserves, in addition to a long coastline on the Arabian Sea. Therefore, the stability of Hadramawt and the unification of its internal front under the umbrella of a unified national council, in close coordination with the Saudi-led Arab Coalition, are fundamental pillars of regional security. The public's support for the Kingdom's positions thwarts any projects that might aim to destabilize the governorate or drag it into peripheral conflicts that do not serve the higher national interest.
In closing its statement, the Hadhramaut National Council renewed its commitment to working hard to achieve the aspirations of the people of the governorate for a decent life, security and stability, appreciating the constant Saudi concern to spare Hadhramaut the ravages of conflict, and supporting it to be a model for the state and institutions in Yemen.
