Saudi Arabia proposes new mechanism for stability in Yemen’s south

Saudi Arabia has presented a framework to expedite a stalled November deal in Yemen’s south designed to end a standoff between nominal allies under a Saudi-led coalition, Saudi state news agency SPA said on Wednesday.

Under the new Saudi resolution, the STC is required to rescind self-rule as both parties implement the November deal.

The Saudi resolution stipulates appointing a governor for Aden city, the de facto headquarters of the internationally recognised Yemeni government.

It states military forces should leave Aden governorate and forces in Abyan province should separate and return to previous positions.

The Yemeni government welcomed the new Saudi resolution, spokesman Rajeh Badi told Sabanet news.

“The consent of the Yemeni parties to accelerate the implementation of the agreement reflects the serious desire for dialogue,” Saudi vice minister of defence Khalid bin Salman tweeted.