Amman:Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and Expatriate Affairs Ayman Safadi met with Montenegro's Deputy Prime Minister for International Relations and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ervin Ibrahimovic to discuss bilateral relations and future cooperation.
According to Jordan News Agency, the ministers emphasized their commitment to building on the outcomes of King Abdullah II's visit to Montenegro in May 2025. They aim to strengthen friendly ties and enhance cooperation in various sectors.
The ministers agreed to establish working groups from their ministries to identify areas of cooperation and take practical steps to improve relations in economic, investment, trade, tourism, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, digital transformation, and education fields. Additionally, Safadi and Ibrahimovic signed a visa exemption agreement for holders of diplomatic and service passports and a memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro and the Jordanian Diplomatic Institute.
These agreements mark the first documents signed since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 2010. Safadi also expressed hope for Montenegro's participation in an international conference in Amman on "Humanity in War" scheduled for December 7, 2026.
Ibrahimovic conveyed Montenegro's condemnation of a terrorist attack on a church in Karak, offering condolences and wishing a speedy recovery for the injured. The ministers also discussed regional developments, efforts to restore calm and security, and the situation in the occupied Palestinian territories.
Safadi stressed the importance of stability in Gaza, implementing provisions of U.S. President Donald Trump's plan, and ensuring humanitarian aid delivery. He also called for the cessation of illegal Israeli actions in the West Bank, acknowledging Montenegro's support for the two-state solution. The ministers agreed to continue communication and collaborate within international organizations on issues of common interest.