Daesh Al Qaeda threat not just regional: UAE foreign minister

Date

10/3/2015 8:33:21 PM

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)

The threat of terror organisations most notably Daesh and Al Qaeda-affiliated groups transcends geographical boundaries and is a risk not only for the region but for the world at large the UAE has warned.

In a statement before the General Debate of the 70th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Friday night Shaikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan UAE Foreign Minister stressed that the UAE has played an effective role in international efforts to help affected countries confront these threats.

He said the country is committed to supporting efforts aimed at combating extremism and terrorism through cooperation and coordination with regional and international partners.

"The UAE is deeply concerned by the escalating tension and violence in our region resulting from the terrorist acts committed by elements deliberately aiming at destabilising the region and undermining its security.

"The brutality of these organisations has recently intensified in the region and includes destructive tactics aimed at controlling targeted groups especially youth who are brainwashed and incited through social media and remotely directed to perpetrate terrorist attacks" Shaikh Abdullah said.

He reiterated the UAE's position to stand by Egypt.

"The recent political and economic achievements of the government of Egypt are major steps towards its recovery and positively assist the recovery and stability of the region" he said.

Yemen

Speaking on the situation in Yemen he said "We also regard the restoration of full control of Bab Al Mandab by the coalition forces and the Yemeni people ... and defeating the rebels as another military success in securing this vital sea lane. It further marks the end of control of the rebels and their supporters while demonstrating their weakening presence in other strategic areas in Yemen.

"We seek with the international community to restore the political process in Yemen in accordance with the agreed parameters most importantly the GCC initiative and its implementation mechanism."

He affirmed the UAE's continued support for the Arab coalition led by Saudi Arabia and its commitment to enhancing the capacity of the Yemeni people to restore stability. He said the UAE is committed to supporting humanitarian efforts in Yemen.

Libya

On Libya Shaikh Abdullah expressed the UAE's "deep concern" regarding the ongoing tension and instability in Libya which represent a major threat to security and stability in the region.

The UAE stresses the need to lift the ban imposed on the capabilities of the elected Libyan government to enable it to fight Daesh and other terrorist organisations and respond to trans-boundary threats he said.

Syria

On Syria the UAE foreign minister said the security council must fulfill its mandate and reach a consensus on a settlement for the Syrian crisis to ensure a political transition and the formation of a new government. The new government must encompass all components of the Syrian society.

He also stressed the importance of the international community in continuing to deliver humanitarian aid to the Syrian people.

"The UAE affirms its humanitarian commitment to supporting the Syrian people and alleviating their suffering" said Shaikh Abdullah.

Palestinian issue

On the Palestinian issue the foreign minister warned of the feelings of injustice and frustration resulting from the continued Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories and the flagrant human rights violations committed by the occupation forces.

Extremist groups have the opportunity to exploit these serious humanitarian conditions spread their radical thinking and incite frustrated youth to implement their destructive agenda he warned. - Wam

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