AMMAN: Marwa Saoub, head of the Jordanian-Algerian Parliamentary Committee, met Algerian Ambassador to Jordan Abdulkarim Behha on Sunday to discuss bilateral ties.
Saoub highlighted the strong relations between the two sides and praised Algeria’s important role in the Arab region, including its support for the Palestinian cause. She also underlined the importance of the Hashemite custodianship over Jerusalem’s holy sites, as well as Amman’s vital role in securing a fair and comprehensive resolution to the Palestinian issue.
Saoub called for enhancing parliamentary and trade ties, adding that Jordan is entering a new phase of elections with parties committed to modernizing the political system.
Behha highlighted his country’s commitment to strengthening ties with Jordan, adding that a tax-free customs zone will be established to facilitate bilateral trade.
