H.E. Mr. Omer Hussein Thabet SABA’A, Ambassador of the Republic of Yemen to the Czech Republic, passed away at the end of 2024. He was the Ambassador of the Republic of Yemen from 2017.
Read a few words in his memory written by Mr. Fadhl Ali Ahmed AL-MAGHAFI -CHARGÉ D´AFFAIRES ADINTERIM of the Republic of Yemen to the Czech Republic: Ambassador Omar Saba’a is a dear friend and colleague, brought together by our shared journey in Yemeni diplomacy. Our paths converged on several occasions, starting in Sana’a, where we worked together in the Office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, before diverging when I was appointed as Dean of the Diplomatic Institute—a role he had previously held with distinction years earlier.
We also had the privilege of collaborating in the management of the Cultural Association of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Staff, where he served as an active member of the General Secretariat. This experience was a unique addition to our professional paths. Later, we reunited in Prague, where I had the pleasure of working with him for a longer period. It was a valuable opportunity that highlighted his patience, refined manners, and wisdom in handling various challenges.
Ambassador Omar’s professional career is rich with remarkable milestones. He served in Havana, the capital of Cuba, where he mastered the Spanish language, paving the way for his subsequent appointments in Madrid and later Rome, representing Yemeni diplomacy with honor and distinction abroad.
Ambassador Omar Saba’a remains a role model of commitment, dedication, and loyalty in serving his country. He is a friend and colleague whose shared memories and experiences have left a lasting impact on both my professional and personal life.
Once again I extend my deepest sympathies to his family, friends, and colleagues.