September Net

The United Kingdom has welcomed the internationally-recognized Yemeni government’s move to convene the first parliamentary session in four years.

Michael Aron, the UK ambassador to Yemen, confirmed that the parliament sessions held last Saturday in the city of Sayoun in Hadramout is a success.

In a phone interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, Aaron voiced optimism towards the unanimous consensus which appointed Sultan Al-Burkani as speaker and three other lawmakers.

Upcoming parliamentary sessions will be held to approve the general budget, set a schedule for deputies, select the heads of parliamentary committees, and to determine legislative priorities set to tackle pressing state affairs.