King returns to Jordan after Europe visit

Jordan

Published: 2020-01-16 09:52

Last Updated: 2024-04-25 13:08


King returns to Jordan after Europe visit
King returns to Jordan after Europe visit

His Majesty King Abdullah returned to Jordan on Thursday, January 16, after concluding a working visit to Europe that included stops in Brussels, Strasbourg, and Paris.

In Brussels, His Majesty met with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg, and discussed military and training cooperation between Jordan and NATO, in addition to the latest regional and international developments.

The King also met with King Philippe of Belgium and discussed the strong ties between the two countries and means to boost them in various areas.

However, King Abdullah met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Strasbourg, France and discussed the partnership between Jordan and the European Union in various fields, especially economic areas, in addition to the latest regional and international developments.

His Majesty also delivered an address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg covering a number of regional and international concerns.

King Abdullah’s talks with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris covered bolstering the two countries’ partnership, as well as current regional and international developments.