Jordanian King: Security and stability of Arab Gulf states is important for Jordan

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Thursday 09 Apr 2015 - 14:35 Makkah mean time-20-6-1436 (Image from Petra) Amman, (IINA) - Jordanian King Abdullah on Wednesday stressed the importance of strengthening partnership and cooperation between authorities while dealing with national issues, to serve the nation, its citizens and the public interest, Petra reported. During a meeting with Lower House Speaker Atef Tarawneh and Chairmen of Parliamentarian Committees at Al Husseinyieh Palace, the King pointed out the parliamentary committees' role in approving laws and regulations as per national priorities. At the meeting, which was also attended by Prime Minister Abdullah Ensour, Abdullah noted the importance of strengthening consultation with the government on important draft laws at this stage. King Abdullah also reviewed the ongoing regional and international developments, stressing that Jordan will continue coordinating with various Arab and international parties concerned, regarding challenges facing the Middle East and ways to deal with them. Abdullah noted that Jordan's participation in the Arab military coalition in Yemen comes in response to an official request from the legitimate regime of President Abed Rabbo Hadi Mansour of Yemen, and to prevent foreign interference in the internal affairs of this brotherly country. Jordan stands by Yemen and its people and supports solutions agreed upon by its people. The King added that Jordan is fighting a war to counter terrorism and extremism and is doing so in defense of Islam and human values, a policy that requires adopting a holistic approach to defeat these extremist. The king also stressed that the security and stability of the Arab Gulf states is important for the security and stability of Jordan. With regard to efforts to achieve peace, Abdullah warned of the delay in reaching a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian issue, which is the central issue and is at the core of the conflict in the region. He urged the international community to intensify its efforts to revive peace talks between the Palestinians and Israelis. On the situation in Iraq, King Abdullah pointed out that the Kingdom is keen to support the Iraqi government's efforts to confront terrorism and extremist gangs, to ensure the security and stability in this Arab country and its brotherly people. The King also stressed the need to find a comprehensive political solution to the Syrian crisis, ending the cycle of violence there, and to preserve the unity of Syria's land and people. SM/IINA