Astana:His Majesty King Abdullah II, during discussions with Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, emphasized Jordan's unwavering commitment to combating terrorism and extremism. The talks, held in Astana on Thursday, underscored Jordan's stance on safeguarding its security and protecting its citizens.
According to Jordan News Agency, King Abdullah commended Kazakhstan for co-hosting the latest Aqaba Process meetings, focused on "Security in the Field of Artificial Intelligence." He highlighted this collaboration as a testament to the shared dedication of both nations in tackling regional and international security issues.
The discussions, attended by His Royal Highness Prince Ghazi bin Muhammad, His Majesty's chief adviser for religious and cultural affairs, shed light on the enduring friendship between Jordan and Kazakhstan. King Abdullah emphasized the importance of enhancing bilateral cooperation in sectors such as trade, investment, technology, defense, mining, uranium, and tourism. He also stressed the necessity of establishing a direct flight route between the two countries to facilitate these collaborations.
In addressing regional developments, King Abdullah reiterated the two-state solution as the sole avenue for peace and stability, criticizing ongoing Israeli actions in Jerusalem, Gaza, and the West Bank. He called upon the international community to take action to de-escalate tensions, affirming Jordan's commitment to working with partners like Kazakhstan to achieve regional stability.
President Tokayev acknowledged Jordan as a steadfast partner in the Arab world, aligning with Kazakhstan on various regional and international matters. He also noted the significance of economic integration, highlighting agreements in trade, investment, industry, agriculture, energy, and technology as the bedrock of the bilateral relationship.
During the visit, President Tokayev awarded King Abdullah the Order of Al Farabi, a symbol of the strong ties between Kazakhstan and the Arab world in science and Islamic studies. In reciprocation, King Abdullah bestowed the Order of Al Hussein bin Ali on President Tokayev, honoring the distinguished relations between the two countries. The talks were attended by several high-ranking officials from Jordan, including Maj. Gen. Majdi Al Harasis, Maj. Gen. Ahmad Husni, Alaa Batayneh, and Ambassador Hamzeh Al Omari.