Jordan king, queen head to Riyadh

Jordan's King Abdullah II (R) and his wife Queen Rania (L) during a women's day function ahead of International Women's Day. (File/AFP)
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  • Prince Ghazi bin Muhammad, personal envoy and special adviser to the king, was sworn in as regent

AMMAN: Jordan’s King Abdullah and Queen Rania on Thursday traveled to Riyadh where they will pass on their condolences over the passing of Jordanian Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein’s father and Saudi businessman Khalid bin Musaed bin Saif bin Abdulaziz Al-Saif.

Following approval from Cabinet members, Prince Ghazi bin Muhammad, personal envoy and special adviser to the king, was authorized to take on the responsibilities of King Abdullah while he is out of the country.