Jordan-Syria coordination council will strengthen ties, King Abdullah says
LONDON: King Abdullah II of Jordan and Syrian Arab Republic interim President Ahmed Al-Sharaa spoke on Thursday about bilateral relations and regional developments.
The telephone conversation came after the two countries this week signed an agreement to establish the Higher Coordination Council, which aims to strengthen collaboration in key sectors such as water, energy and trade.
The king said the new body would institutionalize cooperation and maximize opportunities for both nations. He also reiterated his support for Syrians and the country's security, stability and territorial integrity, the Jordan News Agency reported.
Al-Sharaa praised Jordan's support for enhancing Syria's international presence after both the EU and US this month announced the lifting of Assad-era sanctions on the country.
The two leaders also emphasized the need to increase efforts to stabilize southern Syria and improve border security.
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