12-05-2025
Jordanian MPs: Baghdad Summit is Significant, Its Decisions Will Positively Impact the Arab world
Several members of the Jordanian House of Representatives welcomed the convening of the Arab Summit in Baghdad, affirming its success and the positive reflection of its resolutions on the Arab world.
The Chairman of the Parliamentary Health Committee in the Jordanian House of Representatives, Shaher Shatnawi, said: 'The Arab world in particular, and the world in general, is going through exceptional circumstances, especially during these critical times, as the Arab region faces challenges, whether in Palestine, Lebanon, Yemen, or Sudan.'
He stated that 'the Arab Summit to be held in Baghdad will be exceptional and will have a significant impact, marking a pivotal moment that will determine many issues of concern to the Arab world and the international community as a whole.'
He added that 'the Baghdad Summit will reflect positively on the region and the Arab world. It is an opportunity to improve Arab-Arab relations as well as Arab-international relations, and to resolve many of the problems facing the Arab world in general.'
The Chairman of the Public Services and Transportation Committee in the Jordanian House of Representatives, Ayman Ouda Al-Badawda, said that the Arab Summit, scheduled for May 17 in Baghdad, reaffirms the unity and solidarity of Arab leaders in response to the ongoing crises in the region, particularly in Palestine, Syria, and Sudan, which call for the convening of such a summit.
He expressed his support for the summit in Baghdad, highlighting its role in uniting the Arab people and fostering greater solidarity through decisions that benefit the Arab community, while affirming the anticipated success of the summit.
For his part, Jordanian Member of Parliament Aoun Al-Zoubi stated that "the upcoming Arab Summit in Baghdad carries profound messages and significant implications, symbolizing Iraq's restoration of its pivotal and Arab identity, with the return of the heart of the Arab world." He added that "the summit will achieve the desired results and outcomes."
He continued, saying: "In Jordan, both leadership and people, as well as Parliament, are fully committed to the success of this summit, standing alongside our brother country- Iraq in ensuring its success and restoring its pivotal and historical role in the Arab nation."
Jordanian Member of Parliament for the Zarqa Governorate, Hayel Ayash, said, "This is a historic opportunity for the Arab states with the summit being held in Baghdad, the heart of Arabism and the homeland we take pride in."
He emphasized, "We take pride in our brotherly Iraq, a country with a strong presence in the Arab world, and we hope that this summit will achieve positive results for our entire Arab nation."
He added, "The summit is being held under difficult circumstances, amidst the fierce war on Gaza and the volatile situation in the region, including developments in Yemen, Lebanon, and the new conditions in Syria." He affirmed that "the outcomes of this summit will be positive for the benefit of our Arab peoples."
He noted that "there is high expectation from the leaders, presidents, and kings of Arab countries at this summit, with the aim of achieving positive results that will renew hope in the strength of our Arab nation and its commitment to serving its people." He emphasized the need for "decisions to be effectively implemented, ensuring that the Arab citizen can feel the tangible outcomes of these decisions, and thus restoring confidence in both the Arab League and its summits."
He added that "amidst the challenging circumstances, all Arab countries, with their leaders and presidents, are resolute in their commitment to organizing the Arab ranks in order to ensure that we become a significant and influential voice in the world."
The Iraqi capital, Baghdad, will host the Arab Summit on May 17, 2025, marking a new chapter that reflects Iraq's renewed presence in the Arab scene, following its hosting of summits in 1978, 1990, and 2012.
It is expected that leaders, kings, and heads of government from twenty-two Arab countries will participate in the summit, alongside heads of international and UN organizations, as well as senior officials from the member states of the Arab League.
The summit will address key issues related to Arab national security, regional political challenges, as well as sustainable development, economic cooperation, and integration in response to regional and international crises.
