21/12/2020 (Agence Europe) – The EU welcomed the announcement on Saturday 19 December of the formation of a government of national unity in Yemen, a step forward under the auspices of Saudi Arabia. This is “a positive step towards a comprehensive political solution for the country”, the European External Action Service said on Saturday evening. The statement adds that “the presence of more Yemeni women in political office and the meaningful participation of women in governance would be important”. It states that “the European Union is committed to the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Yemen and will continue supporting efforts towards a peaceful resolution of the conflict”. The EU encourages “all parties to the conflict to engage constructively with the UN Special Envoy towards a nationwide ceasefire and resumption of political talks”. (AN)