Canberra, Oct. 14 (Petra) — His Majesty King Abdullah II held talks
with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Wednesday, during
which they discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

During the talks, held in Canberra, His Majesty highlighted that
relations between Jordan and Australia continue to grow in strength
and importance, and expressed the Kingdom’s readiness to deepen the
partnership, particularly in the economic and defense sectors.

The King commended Australia’s role in supporting humanitarian relief
efforts in the region, particularly with regard to Gaza and UNRWA.

His Majesty underscored the need for the international community to
step up efforts to achieve comprehensive regional de-escalation, and
to put an end to Israel’s attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank,
Gaza, and Jerusalem, noting that the repercussions of their actions
extend across the entire region.

The King reiterated Jordan’s rejection of any attempts to displace
Palestinians and expand settlements.

For his part, Prime Minister Albanese emphasized the importance of
continuing to develop relations between Australia and Jordan, and
strengthening cooperation in a number of areas.

The prime minister also commended Jordan’s efforts, under the
leadership of His Majesty, to bring about stability in the region and
de-escalate tensions, as well as the Kingdom’s support for
international cooperation in the fight against terrorism and
extremism.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, Director of
the Office of His Majesty Alaa Batayneh, and Jordan’s Ambassador to
Australia Janti Kalajoqa attended the talks.

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