House speaker, Yemeni ambassador discuss cooperation

Amman, June 17 (Petra) – Speaker of Lower House of Representatives,
Mazen Qadi, on Wednesday discussed with Yemeni Ambassador, Jalal
Ibrahim Faqira, ways to strengthen bilateral relations and prospects
for joint cooperation, particularly in the parliamentary field.

During a meeting held at the House’s headquarters, Qadi stated Jordan
and Yemen enjoy “deep-rooted historic” and brotherly relations,
calling for enhancing coordination and consultation on shared issues
to serve the best interests of both countries and strengthen course
of joint Arab action.

Qadi affirmed Jordan’s “unwavering” commitment to all Arab causes,
citing the Kingdom’s keenness, under His Majesty King Abdullah II’s
leadership, to support Yemen’s security and stability and preserve
its unity and sovereignty, which would ultimately lead to a political
solution that ends the crisis and fulfills the aspirations of the
Yemeni people for security and stability.

For his part, Ambassador Faqira praised Jordan’s supportive stances
to Yemen on various levels, commending Jordanian efforts in
strengthening Arab solidarity and His Majesty’s role in this regard.

He affirmed his country’s keenness to consolidate bilateral relations
and expand cooperation, particularly in the economic, cultural, and
investment sectors.

Qadi and Faqira called for activating communication channels between
the two countries’ legislative institutions and exchanging expertise
to contribute to strengthening fraternal relations and serving common
Arab causes.

//Petra// AG