Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Committee, Spanish Envoy talk ties
Ammon News - The Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Committee, chaired by MP Dina Basheer, met on Monday with Spanish Ambassador Miguel de Lucas Gonz?lez to discuss ways to strengthen Jordanian-Spanish relations, particularly in parliamentary affairs.
Basheer underscored the deep ties and close coordination between Jordan and Spain on regional and international issues of common interest.
She stressed the importance of expanding cooperation in trade, education, and culture, as well as promoting religious tourism to the Baptism Site and other Christian pilgrimage destinations.
On His Majesty King Abdullah II's recent address before the European Parliament in Strasbourg, Basheer called it "a historic milestone" in which he reaffirmed Jordan's unwavering support of the Palestinian cause.
Lawmakers, members of the committee, commended Madrid's support of Jordan and advocacy for a just and comprehensive peace in the Middle East. They called for broader cooperation in renewable energy, free trade and customs as well as closer ties between the chambers of commerce and industry in both countries to achieve common economic goals.
The MPs also noted European Union support for Jordan, stressing support for the firm positions of the Kingdom amid escalating regional challenges.
The Spanish envoy stressed the strong Jordanian-Spanish relations, noting that His Majesty's recent visit to Spain has further solidified their strategic partnership. He described the King's Speech in Strasbourg as a clear message that a two-state solution is vital for regional stability and lasting peace.
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