Position paper for Yemen
| Committee: | GA First |
| Topic: | Reducing space threats through norms, rules and principles of responsible behaviours |
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| Yemen recognizes the immense benefits that space technology can offer. Space research
and innovation should be a goal that everyone at this council can agree upon. At the same
time, Yemen is deeply concerned about the emerging threats posed by space technologies,
including the potential for space surveillance satellites to be misused for intelligence or
military purposes. As a nation that has faced challenges to regional stability, Yemen
emphasizes that space security is also a matter of international peace and security. The
misuse of satellites for spying or other aggressive purposes can create mistrust among
states and jeopardize the benefits reaped from outer space technology for all. Yemen
therefore supports the establishment of clear, binding norms and principles that ensure
transparency, responsible use, and the prevention of harmful interference with the space
assets of all nations. We believe that transparency in space operations is essential to
maintain trust among States. States should notify and share information regarding satellite
launches and the intended purpose of their missions to avoid misunderstandings. There
should also be responsible conduct regarding space surveillance. While the peaceful
observation of Earth can provide scientific and humanitarian benefits, Yemen urges that no
satellite should be used to threaten other states or collect sensitive intelligence that could
destabilize peace. In conclusion, responsible behavior in outer space is essential for
maintaining global peace and security. By promoting transparency, limiting the use of space
surveillance technologies, and agreeing on norms for responsible conduct, the international
community can ensure that outer space remains a domain for cooperation rather than
conflict. Thank you.
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| Committee: | GA First |
| Topic: | The illicit trade in small arms and light weapons in all its aspects |
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| Every bullet fired in Yemen erases the hope of our children, our families, and our future.
This undeniable fact reminds us that peace cannot coexist with the unregulated flow of
arms, yet weapons continue to reach armed groups despite Resolution 2216. Resolution
2216 was made in response to the ongoing war in Yemen. The ongoing conflict has created
one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Over 18.2 million people struggle to find food,
and humanitarian workers risk their lives to provide aid. As of October 31, 2025, 59
members of UN aid personnel have been kidnapped and many more have been obstructed
while delivering relief. Attacks on ships in the Red Sea have endangered international
shipping and prevented vital aid from reaching civilians. We are particularly concerned that
states such as Iran continue to supply arms to armed groups in Yemen, in violation of
international law, including UNCLOS and the basic principles of maritime security. These
illicit transfers prolong the conflict and put both Yemeni civilians and international actors at
risk. Yemen cannot face this threat alone. We call on the Security Council to fully enforce
Resolution 2216, ensuring that sanctions, arms embargoes, and travel restrictions are
applied without exception, and to consider additional measures to prevent weapons from
reaching armed groups. We urge all Member States to act decisively to protect civilians,
uphold international law, and restore peace and stability in Yemen. Thank you for your time.
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| Committee: | GA Second |
| Topic: | Role of the United Nations in promoting development in the context of globalization and interdependence |
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| The Republic of Yemen believes that the role of the United Nations in promoting development within the context of globalization and interdependence is to ensure that sustainable progress is equitable, inclusive, and supportive of nations facing conflict and economic fragility. In order for Yemen’s internationally recognized government to meet the Paris Agreement’s emission reduction goals, it must balance environmental advancement with national economic survival. Yemen recognizes that oil remains one of the few stable sources of income for the country, particularly amid ongoing instability, and that a sudden transition away from it could intensify poverty, debt, and unemployment. Therefore, Yemen supports a gradual and measured shift toward renewable energy, especially solar power; which offers an immediate opportunity to increase energy access for those without reliable electricity, reduce emissions, and create jobs without dismantling the oil sector entirely. Projects in Aden and other regions have already demonstrated the viability of small-scale solar energy initiatives, reflecting Yemen’s commitment to progress despite its challenges. To make this transition possible, Yemen urges developed countries to fulfill their climate finance commitments by sharing green technology, providing training for local workers, and establishing long-term programs to help oil-dependent nations diversify their economies responsibly. The Republic of Yemen believes that the United Nations should serve as the central coordinator of these global efforts, ensuring that international development is not only an economic process but also an environmental and humanitarian one that truly reflects the interconnectedness of our world. | |
| Committee: | GA Second |
| Topic: | Protection of global climate for present and future generations of humankind |
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| The Republic of Yemen recognizes that the protection of the global climate for present and future generations requires shared responsibility, transparency, and sustained international assistance. Yemen calls upon the international community to make climate finance and technology transfer more accessible to developing and conflict affected nations that lack the capacity to implement large scale environmental reforms on their own. As one of the most water-scarce and vulnerable countries in the world, Yemen urges developed nations to provide grants and targeted funding through mechanisms such as the UNEP Planetary Fund and the Global Environment Facility, to support renewable energy infrastructure, drought resilience, and water conservation initiatives. These investments would not only help Yemen meet its emission goals under the Paris Agreement but also improve the livelihoods of communities struggling with food insecurity and environmental degradation. Furthermore, Yemen emphasizes the importance of public trust in climate action, advocating for full transparency in how international funds are utilized and how progress is reported. The Republic plans to collaborate with the UN Environment Program, UNDP, and local NGOs to strengthen data collection, environmental monitoring, and public communication systems that allow citizens and global partners to track Yemen’s renewable energy projects and emission reductions. Yemen also calls upon all nations to adhere to the Paris Agreement’s transparency framework to ensure that climate commitments are fully measurable and verifiable. The Republic reaffirms that global climate protection cannot succeed unless every nation, especially those facing instability, is empowered to contribute, ensuring a fair and accountable transition toward a sustainable and livable planet for future generations. | |
| Committee: | GA Third |
| Topic: | Universal realization of the right of peoples to self-determination |
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| We strongly support the two-state solution, self-determination, and rights of the Palestinian
people. Global governance needs to be held accountable for silence and complicity in the
genocidal and ongoing occupation of Palestine, and ensure compensation and a lasting
ceasefire. Israel must have consequences for violations of international law, including siege
starvation, blockades, deliberate humanitarian catastrophe, forced displacement,
indiscriminate and disproportionate killings of civilians, and a disrespect and disregard of
human rights in the West Bank. The international community must not forget about those
suffering in famine and war. We must help Gazans rebuild and dream again. We are failing
abysmally to protect children and mothers in the surge of global conflicts. They are most
impacted by internal displacement, malnourishment, starvation, amputation, orphaned, and
maimed. The harm is intensified by humanitarian aid restrictions and destruction of schools
and hospitals, which are stealing childhoods and disrupting education. There is also
compounded suffering for survivors and severe health risks for people with medical
conditions, disabilities or pregnancy.
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| Committee: | GA Third |
| Topic: | Improvement of the situation of women and girls in rural areas |
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| Yemenis deserve peace and justice. Life conditions have worsened for Yemeni women and girls, due to 10 years of war, humanitarian crisis, and ongoing Houthi militias threatening regional security. Representation of Yemeni women in diplomacy and participation in civil society is crucial. We need to champion measures that empower women and encourage educational and technological access. We need to end child marriage worldwide and gender-based discrimination to achieve gender equality. There is a need for more initiatives that deliver essential healthcare services, schools, and electoral participation in remote villages and nomadic communities. We must safeguard the rights of refugees and human rights defenders (journalists, activists, humanitarian workers, UN staff, doctors). We also need to eliminate racism, xenophobia, and social inequality. Yemen and Gaza are moral tests that require decisive action to restore calm to our world. There are no higher goals than upholding human rights worldwide and promoting peace, wellbeing, and compassion for all. | |
| Committee: | GA Plenary |
| Topic: | Our ocean, our future, our responsibility |
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| The Republic of Yemen recognizes that the health of the world’s oceans is directly tied to its national security, economic stability, and the well-being of its citizens. The Red Sea is central to Yemen’s survival, serving as both a major fishing ground and a crucial trade route for imports and exports. However, the sinking of the MV Rubymar cargo vessel in 2024, which released over 21,000 tons of fertilizer and heavy oil into the sea, exposed the devastating risks of marine pollution during conflict. This disaster threatens coral reefs and fisheries that sustain thousands of Yemeni families, worsening the existing humanitarian and environmental crisis. Yemen calls upon all nations bordering the Red Sea to cooperate in establishing joint monitoring and rapid-response mechanisms to prevent further marine degradation. The Republic also supports strengthening international regulations on hazardous cargo in conflict zones and recognizes that environmental damage caused by war should be treated as a violation of international law. As a developing nation with limited resources, Yemen relies on international assistance and capacity-building to ensure sustainable fishing, protect its coastline, and restore affected ecosystems. Yemen reaffirms its commitment to collective responsibility, emphasizing that the preservation of the ocean must balance economic survival with environmental stewardship for the sake of future generations. | |
| Committee: | GA Plenary |
| Topic: | Strengthening of the coordination of emergency humanitarian assistance of the United Nations |
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| The Republic of Yemen stresses the urgent need to strengthen the coordination of humanitarian assistance within the United Nations system to address the growing number of complex emergencies worldwide. Yemen continues to face severe humanitarian challenges compounded by conflict and environmental risks, such as the potential ecological damage from the MV Rubymar spill. To ensure that crises receive the attention they deserve, Yemen advocates for needs based prioritization grounded in urgency, scale, and the absence of national capacity to respond. The United Nations must adopt flexible funding mechanisms that allow for rapid deployment of aid and integrate environmental disasters into its humanitarian response framework. Yemen calls for improved coordination between UN agencies and local authorities to ensure that humanitarian corridors, including maritime routes, remain secure and accessible even during conflict. The Republic supports renewed donor commitments, regional emergency funds, and partnerships with the private sector to reverse the global decline in humanitarian financing. Furthermore, Yemen encourages the inclusion of environmental rehabilitation and sustainable recovery in humanitarian programs to strengthen resilience in affected communities. The Republic of Yemen reaffirms its dedication to working alongside the United Nations and the international community to uphold the principles of neutrality, efficiency, and shared responsibility in delivering humanitarian aid worldwide. | |
| Committee: | IAEA |
| Topic: | Nuclear security |
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| The Republic of Yemen recognizes the IAEA’s vital role in promoting nuclear security and
believes future efforts should focus on capacity building, border protection, and securing
radiological sources used in medicine and agriculture. Yemen faces resource limitations and
calls for technical and financial assistance to meet international standards. Our nation urges
stronger regional cooperation, especially in the Middle East, to prevent illicit trafficking and
improve emergency response to radiological incidents. Yemen also acknowledges the threat
posed by Iran’s advanced nuclear program with stockpiles of near weapon grade material.
Yemen urges the IAEA to assist developing states through training, technology transfer, and
security frameworks. While technological advances such as AI and automation enhance
safety, they also raise cyber risks. Yemen supports IAEA-led cybersecurity guidelines, shared
threat assessments, and international cooperation to protect all nations. The IAEA should
also promote personnel reliability programs, background checks, and information sharing to
reduce insider threats, ensuring accountability and preparedness remain central to global
nuclear security.
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| Committee: | IAEA |
| Topic: | Strengthening the Agency's activities related to nuclear science, technology and applications |
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| Member States can use the IAEA’s Technical Cooperation programs to develop peaceful
nuclear technologies in health, agriculture, and energy. Yemen encourages cooperation,
training, and resource sharing to help developing nations access these benefits. To meet the
goals of the Medium Term Strategy 2024–2029, states should provide technical support and
promote innovation while maintaining safety and non-proliferation standards. The IAEA
must balance progress with vigilance, addressing cyber and misuse threats while ensuring
that peaceful nuclear science continues to support sustainable development worldwide.
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| Committee: | ESCWA |
| Topic: | War on Gaza: tenets and essential elements for sustainable recovery |
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| We believe that the sustainable recovery of Palestine must be founded upon three core principles recognition, accountability, and cooperation. First, the recognition of a sovereign Palestinian state by the United Nations and the broader international community is essential to ensuring long term peace and stability. This recognition would give Palestine the political legitimacy and international support it needs to rebuild its institutions, infrastructure, and economy after years of devastating conflict. Second, it is imperative that international law be upheld without exception. The destruction of civilian infrastructure, including residential buildings, hospitals, and schools, represents clear violations of humanitarian law and must be condemned universally. The international community, particularly through the UN, should enforce accountability for such actions to deter future violations and to protect the lives and dignity of innocent civilians. Third, we emphasize the need for stronger international cooperation and diplomatic engagement to support a lasting peace process. UN resolutions should not only call for ceasefires but also promote reconstruction, human development, and reconciliation between the parties. Yemen urges the United Nations to take active measures toward recognizing Palestinian sovereignty and to facilitate dialogue that prioritizes peace, humanitarian aid, and the long-term recovery of Gaza and the broader Palestinian territories. | |
| Committee: | ESCWA |
| Topic: | Economic governance: market competition challenges in the Arab Region |
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| The Republic of Yemen reaffirms its commitment to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, recognizing that economic recovery and growth in the Arab Region depend on stable governance, fair competition, and equitable access to resources. However, ongoing conflicts and political instability have hindered many nations, including Yemen, from fully implementing effective economic strategies and securing the investments necessary to rebuild. To overcome these challenges, Arab states must address the underlying causes of poverty, unemployment, and inequality that continue to hold the region back. Strengthening market competition requires transparency, accountability, and the reduction of monopolistic practices that stifle innovation and opportunity. Yemen believes that human rights and economic empowerment are deeply interconnected; therefore, ensuring equal opportunities for education, employment, and entrepreneurship is vital to sustainable growth. International cooperation is also crucial, regional partners and global institutions must work together to provide financial assistance, share technical expertise, and support reforms that foster resilient and diversified economies. By promoting fair trade, improving infrastructure, and encouraging sustainable investment, the Arab Region can move toward a more prosperous and inclusive future aligned with the goals of the 2030 Agenda. | |
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