Jordan, Qatar discuss bilateral ties, regional de-escalation

Amman, Aug. 16 (Petra) — Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of
Foreign and Expatriate Affairs Ayman Safadi and Qatari Prime Minister
and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani on
Sunday discussed bilateral relations and regional developments.

During a phone call, the two ministers discussed ways to strengthen
the longstanding fraternal ties between the two countries in a manner
that serves their shared interests.

They also discussed regional developments, particularly efforts to
de-escalate tensions, restore calm, and enhance security and
stability in the region.

The ministers stressed the need for all parties to commit to dialogue
and diplomacy and implement the understandings reached under the
memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran,
including ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, to
safeguard regional security, preserve gains made, and promote
regional stability.

Safadi and Sheikh Mohammed reiterated Jordan and Qatar’s full support
for all efforts aimed at defusing tensions and reaching a
comprehensive agreement that addresses all causes of the crisis and
delivers lasting security and stability in the region.

//Petra// AF