UAE President and Jordanian King Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Relations and Regional Stability

AMMAN: The President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, held important talks today with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan. The meeting, which took place at Basman Palace in Amman, underscored the strong ties between the UAE and Jordan, focusing on enhancing bilateral relations and addressing pressing regional challenges.

Strengthening UAE-Jordan Relations

During the official reception, King Abdullah warmly welcomed the UAE President and his accompanying delegation, commending the longstanding partnership between both nations. Discussions focused on fostering deeper collaboration in various sectors, including:

• Economy & Investment
• Sustainable Development
• Food Security
• Renewable Energy

Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to broadening economic partnerships, reflecting the mutual aspirations of the two nations for development and progress. This collaboration aims to align with their shared vision of sustainable growth and regional prosperity.

Signing of Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement

A key highlight of the discussions was the recently signed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). This agreement marks a significant milestone in UAE-Jordan relations, building on their history of strong economic cooperation. Both leaders emphasized the strategic importance of this agreement in unlocking new opportunities for economic growth and reinforcing the solid foundation of their partnership.

Focus on Regional Peace and Stability

The talks also delved into pressing regional issues, including the situation in Gaza and Lebanon. Both His Highness Sheikh Mohamed and King Abdullah II stressed the urgent need for:

• Ceasefire Initiatives
• Civilians’ Protection under International Humanitarian Law
• Humanitarian Crisis Response

They underscored the importance of joint Arab efforts to prevent further escalation and promote regional stability. Both leaders agreed on the necessity of working towards a comprehensive and lasting peace in the region, with the two-state solution as the framework for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Jordan’s Role in Supporting Palestine

His Highness praised Jordan’s historic role in supporting the Palestinian cause and acknowledged the kingdom’s contributions in addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The leaders stressed the importance of enhancing Arab cooperation, both bilaterally and within a broader regional context, to navigate the complex challenges facing the Middle East.

High-Level Delegations in Attendance

The meeting was attended by senior officials from both nations, highlighting the importance of the discussions. From the UAE, officials included:

• H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi
• Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology
• Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security

From the Jordanian side, attendees included:

• His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II
• Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan
• Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi

The meeting concluded with both leaders expressing optimism for the continued strengthening of UAE-Jordan ties and reaffirming their commitment to shared regional goals.