Amman:His Majesty King Abdullah II met with Iraq Prime Minister Ali Zaidi at Basman Palace to explore avenues for strengthening cooperation between Jordan and Iraq. The discussions focused on enhancing collaboration in energy, electricity interconnection, transport, and security sectors to serve mutual interests.
According to Jordan News Agency, King Abdullah II emphasized the strong Jordanian-Iraqi relations and the necessity of expanding cooperation across various fields. The meeting also addressed recent regional developments, with the King highlighting the urgency of international diplomatic efforts to restore stability and protect the security and sovereignty of Arab states.
The King expressed concerns over Israel's escalations in the West Bank, Hebron, and Jerusalem, calling for an immediate cessation of these violations. Prime Minister Zaidi condemned the terrorist attack on a church in Karak and extended condolences to the victims' families, while affirming Iraq's solidarity with Jordan.
Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining coordination and consultation on mutual interests. The meeting was attended by several high-ranking officials from both Jordan and Iraq, underscoring the importance of the bilateral relationship. An official welcoming ceremony was held for Prime Minister Zaidi at Marka Airport prior to the meeting.