RIYADH: Jordan’s King Abdullah II stressed the need for joint Jordanian-Palestinian action at various levels to build on diplomatic activity in the region after US President Joe Biden’s visit and the recent Jeddah Security and Development Summit.
During a meeting on Sunday with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, the king stressed the importance of continuing joint coordination before United Nations General Assembly meetings due to be held in September, Petra News Agency reported.
He also said Jordan was keen to highlight the importance of the Palestinian issue to the international community.
The king also expressed his keenness to maintain coordination with Arab countries to support the Palestinian issue, and stressed the need to include Palestinians in regional projects and empowering them.
The leader reaffirmed Jordan’s full support for Palestinians obtaining their just and legitimate rights, pointing out that his country will continue to make all efforts to protect and care for Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem as part of the Hashemite guardianship of the sites.
Developments in the region, including the upcoming Israeli elections and their impact on the chances of resuming peace negotiations between Palestinians and Israelis, were also discussed.
