President Saleh meets Abizaid

ANA’A, March 20 (Saba)- President Ali Abdullah Saleh received on Saturday visiting Chief of the U.S. Central Command Gen. John Abizaid. During the meeting, they discussed aspects of security cooperation between the two countries and topics of training coastguards as well as fighting terror. President Saleh pointed out to current situations in the region, especially in Iraq, Afghanistan and African Horn. US official appreciated efforts of Yemeni government in encountering terrorism and achievements in this regards and in enhancing stability in the Africa Horn. US official confirmed the interest of United States to develop partnership with Yemen in different fields to serve interests of both countries. John is due to discucss with senior Yemeni military officials further cooperation in the fight against terrorism. Meanwhile, commander of the Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa Gen. Mastin Robeson arrived in Sana’a on Friday. AH/NS SABA