Jordan king, UAE president discuss economic and development cooperation

UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed receives Jordan’s King Abdullah II in Abu Dhabi. (Petra)
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DUBAI: Jordan’s King Abdullah II King Abdullah on Thursday met with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi, during an official visit, state news agency Petra reported.

“King Abdullah and Sheikh Mohammed stressed the deep-rooted ties between the two peoples and countries, as well as keenness to solidify them further across all sectors,” the statement said.

During the meeting, held at Al-Shati Palace, the two sides stressed the importance of expanding economic and development cooperation, and discussed a number of regional and international issues of mutual concern.

“The two leaders reviewed existing areas of partnership and explored opportunities to develop ties further, especially in the areas of development and the economy,” the Emirati state agency WAM reiterated.

King Abdullah later on Thursday left the UAE and was seen off by Sheikh Mohammed.