Yemeni Public and Political Figures Meeting

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The Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen (OSESGY) hosted a consultative meeting with a group of Yemeni public and political figures in Amman, Jordan, on 26-27 February 2020.

The meeting brought together a diverse group of Yemeni stakeholders, both men and women, including members of some political parties and independent public figures. Discussions focused on approaches to resume the official peace talks under the auspices of the United Nations. Participants engaged in a constructive dialogue about ways to ensure the peace process is inclusive and capable of bringing sustainable peace to Yemen.

اجتماع تشاوري مع شخصيات عامة وسياسية يمنية الكلمة الافتتاحية للمبعوث الأممي الخاص إلى اليمن

PRESS RELEASE ON THE CLOSING OF THE TWO-DAY CONSULTATIVE MEETING WITH YEMENI PUBLIC AND POLITICAL FIGURES

Amman, 27 February 2020 - The Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen (OSESGY) concluded a two-day consultative meeting with Yemeni public and political figures today, Thursday, in Amman, Jordan.

The meeting brought together a diverse group of Yemeni stakeholders, men and women, to discuss the prospects of resuming the official political process. Discussions included challenges against the resumption of the peace process and opportunities that could be utilized to push the process forward.

“It was encouraging hearing from the participants that we share the same vision for peace in Yemen. We all agree that sustainable peace is only possible through an inclusive, comprehensive and negotiated solution. We all agree that confidence-building measures cannot survive without a political process to give them direction and meaning,” said Martin Griffiths, the UN Special Envoy for Yemen.

Participants debated on different approaches, guarantees and incentives that could help the peace process move forward.

 “I am particularly grateful for the frankness of the participants and the constructive debates we have had here,” Mr. Griffiths said in his closing remarks, “We will continue our consultative meetings and engage in a constructive dialogue with the aim of bringing Yemenis closer to peace and prosperit."

 

highlights OF a TWO-DAY CONSULTATIVE MEETING WITH YEMENI PUBLIC AND POLITICAL FIGURES

Amman, 9 March 2020- The Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen (OSESGY) recently organized a meeting brought together a diverse group of Yemeni stakeholders, men and women, to discuss the prospects of resuming the official political process. Participants agreed that sustainable peace can only be achieved through a comprehensive, inclusive, and negotiated solution. They further debated incentives, guarantees and approaches to push the peace process forward.

Watch the video below for the highlights of the 2-days meeting

Highlights of a 2-day consultative meeting with #Yemeni public and political figures

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