The government of Seychelles Saturday expressed its support for a joint statement issued by the United Arab Emirates and partners for de-escalation.
Victoria expressed concern over recent developments in the Gulf region, particularly with regard to threats to maritime security, critical civilian infrastructure, and the stability of global energy markets and supply chains.
Seychelles’ said its position is firmly grounded in its consistent adherence to the principles of international law and the Charter of the United Nations.
The small islans nation reaffirmed its strong commitment to the respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity of states, the protection of critical civilian infrastructure, and the safeguarding of freedom of navigation through international waterways.
As a small island developing state, Seychelles attaches particular importance to the security and openness of global maritime routes, which are essential to international trade and economic stability.
Seychelles shares the concerns expressed in the Joint Statement regarding actions that threaten maritime safety and regional stability, and underscores the need to ensure the uninterrupted flow of commerce and the protection of vital sea lanes.
Seychelles emphasised its support for the joint statement which should not be interpreted as endorsing or condoning the actions of any other parties to the broader conflict. It is deeply alarmed by the continued loss of innocent civilian lives and the widespread destruction of civilian infrastructure. Such developments have grave humanitarian, environmental, and socio-economic consequences, and risk further destabilising the region, it said.
Seychelles reiterated its unequivocal support for all efforts aimed at the de-escalation of tensions and calls for a swift, peaceful, and negotiated resolution to the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy.
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