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Zawya
2 days ago
- General
- Zawya
Jordan's foreign minister, Finnish counterpart discuss bilateral ties, regional developments
AMMAN — Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi on Tuesday held talks with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen, focusing on boosting bilateral ties and addressing regional and international developments. Safadi and Valtonen underlined the importance of enhancing cooperation across all sectors, both bilaterally and within the framework of the strategic partnership with the EU. The ministers also stressed the need to reinforce multilateral cooperation and uphold international law as a cornerstone of international stability, according to a Foreign Ministry statement. The meeting included discussions on preparations for a high-level side event co-hosted by Jordan and Finland during the upcoming 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The event will commemorate the 10th anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 2250 on Youth, Peace, and Security, an initiative spearheaded by HRH Crown Prince Hussein. On Gaza, the two top diplomats reviewed ongoing efforts to achieve a permanent ceasefire, ensure the immediate and sufficient delivery of humanitarian aid and support regional and international initiatives aimed at producing concrete outcomes from next month's international conference in New York, co-chaired by Saudi Arabia and France. The conference seeks to advance a just and lasting peace based on the two-state solution. Safadi reiterated Jordan's call for increased international recognition of the State of Palestine, highlighting it as a reaffirmation of international support for the two-state solution. Turning to Syria, the ministers discussed recent developments, with Safadi stressing the importance of supporting reconstruction efforts grounded in principles that uphold Syria's unity, security, and stability, eliminate terrorism, and guarantee the rights of all Syrians. Safadi also commended Finland's contributions to regional security and stability. Both ministers agreed to maintain close coordination and cooperation in the interest of strengthening the longstanding friendship between the two countries. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Arab News
3 days ago
- Business
- Arab News
Jordan, Finland agree on need for two-state solution for regional stability
AMMAN: Jordan's King Abdullah II on Tuesday held talks with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen at Al-Husseiniya Palace in Amman, where discussions focused on addressing regional developments, particularly the crisis in Gaza. The meeting, which was attended by Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah, also covered opportunities to bolster cooperation across various sectors between the two countries, the Jordan News Agency reported. The king stressed the importance of creating a political horizon to achieve peace on the basis of the two-state solution and commended Finland's support for efforts aimed at reinforcing regional stability. Separately, Minister of Foreign and Expatriates Affairs Ayman Safadi held extensive talks with Valtonen, during which the two sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening ties and advancing collaboration within the broader framework of Jordan's strategic partnership with the EU. With reference to the war in Gaza, the ministers emphasized the importance of multilateral action and upholding international law, including international humanitarian law. The talks also covered the urgent need for a permanent ceasefire and the immediate, sufficient delivery of humanitarian aid to the besieged enclave. The ministers reviewed efforts to ensure that the upcoming international conference in New York, co-chaired by Saudi Arabia and France, yields tangible results in support of a just and lasting peace based on the two-state solution. Safadi reiterated the importance of broader international recognition of a Palestinian state as a key step in affirming the international community's commitment to the two-state solution. On Syria, their discussions touched on the need for supporting reconstruction efforts grounded in preserving Syrian unity, security and stability, as well as eliminating terrorism and safeguarding the rights of all Syrians. Safadi highlighted the need for effective international engagement to that end.
Jordan News
3 days ago
- Politics
- Jordan News
King Abdullah Emphasizes the Need for a Political Horizon for Peace Based on the Two-State Solution - Jordan News
His Majesty King Abdullah II met on Tuesday with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen, in the presence of Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II. The meeting, held at Al Husseiniya Palace, focused on bilateral relations and the strong friendship between Jordan and Finland, as well as ways to enhance cooperation across various fields. Regional developments, particularly in Gaza and the West Bank, were also discussed. King Abdullah stressed the importance of creating a political horizon to achieve peace based on the two-state solution, expressing appreciation for Finland's supportive stance on regional stability. اضافة اعلان
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
EU proposes to lower price cap for Russian oil to US$45
The Financial Times has learned that the European Commission and the most influential EU member states are insisting on lowering the upper price cap on Russian oil to US$45 to strengthen sanctions against Russia. However, this idea has not yet convinced all 27 EU member states and their G7 partners. Source: Financial Times Details: According to people familiar with early discussions on the 18th package of EU sanctions, Brussels is seeking to take more substantial measures against Russia, particularly to lower the price cap on crude oil exports from US$60 to US$45 per barrel. At last week's meeting of G7 finance ministers, Canada proposed including clear wording on tightening oil price restrictions in the joint statement. The proposal was supported by the EU and G7 members France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom. However, according to three officials familiar with the meeting, it was not included at the request of US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The final statement included language committing G7 countries to continue to explore all options, including options to maximise pressure, such as further strengthening sanctions, if no ceasefire agreement is reached. Background: Officials said that EU countries that had previously been reluctant to support the idea of oil price caps, such as Hungary and Greece, are still considering the proposal. Meanwhile, Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen believes that the price cap on Russian oil should be lowered to US$40 per barrel. Ukraine has called on the European Union to lower the maximum price for Russian oil to US$30 per barrel. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
Ammon
3 days ago
- Politics
- Ammon
FM holds extensive talks with Finnish counterpart
Ammon News - Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi held extensive talks with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen on Tuesday at the ministry's headquarters.
