UAE President, Jordan’s King Abdullah II Discuss Bilateral Cooperation and Regional Developments

Abu Dhabi, The Gulf Observer: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks on Sunday with His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation across key sectors.

During the meeting, the two leaders discussed the longstanding historical and fraternal ties between the United Arab Emirates and Jordan and explored ways to further develop cooperation in areas serving their shared development priorities, mutual interests and the prosperity of their peoples.

The discussions reflected the depth of the strong relations and close bonds that unite the two countries and their peoples. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and King Abdullah II reaffirmed their shared commitment to further strengthening UAE-Jordan relations and expanding cooperation, particularly in the economic, trade and development sectors, including within the framework of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the two countries.

The meeting also addressed a number of regional issues of mutual concern, including the latest developments in the Middle East. The two leaders exchanged views on ongoing challenges and underscored the importance of continued consultation and coordination to support efforts aimed at strengthening regional security and stability and achieving lasting peace.

The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court; His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region; His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs; and several other senior UAE officials.

The Jordanian delegation included His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, Prime Minister Dr Jafar Hassan and a number of senior Jordanian officials.

King Abdullah II departed the UAE later in the day. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, accompanied by a number of Sheikhs and senior officials, was present to bid farewell to the Jordanian monarch.