Saudi Arabia announced it will host a major conference to address Yemen’s southern issue, following a request from Dr. Rashad Al-Alimi, President of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council. The initiative aims to bring all southern factions together to seek lasting and just solutions.
The conference is a response to Dr. Al-Alimi’s appeal to Saudi Arabia for a platform where southern groups can discuss their concerns. The Saudi government said the initiative will promote dialogue and help develop a framework for a peaceful resolution within Yemen’s broader political process.
In a statement dated December 30, 2025, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted that the southern issue has historical and social dimensions. The ministry emphasized that dialogue and inclusive political solutions are the only viable path to resolving tensions in Yemen.
Conference Goals
Saudi Arabia urged all southern factions to actively participate and contribute to shaping a comprehensive vision for the southern cause. The goal is to develop solutions that address the legitimate aspirations of southern communities while ensuring lasting peace and stability in Yemen.
The Kingdom stressed that the conference reflects the strong bilateral relationship between Saudi Arabia and Yemen. It also demonstrates their shared interest in fostering security, stability, and political resolution amid ongoing challenges in the region.
Background
Yemen’s southern issue is deeply rooted in historical and social complexities. Previous efforts have focused on dialogue, political inclusivity, and maintaining Yemen’s unity, aiming to deliver justice and stability to the southern regions.
Saudi Arabia’s support for the conference reinforces its role as a mediator in Yemen’s peace process. By providing a neutral platform, Riyadh hopes to facilitate constructive dialogue among all parties concerned with the southern cause.
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The upcoming conference is expected to be a crucial step toward addressing long-standing grievances and advancing a peaceful, sustainable solution for Yemen’s southern regions.
