Emir of Kuwait Visits Jordan, Leaders Stress Common Stances on Major Issues

Jordan's King Abdullah II welcomes Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Jaber Al-Sabah upon his arrival at Marka military airport, in Amman, Jordan April 23, 2024. (Reuters)
Jordan's King Abdullah II welcomes Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Jaber Al-Sabah upon his arrival at Marka military airport, in Amman, Jordan April 23, 2024. (Reuters)
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Emir of Kuwait Visits Jordan, Leaders Stress Common Stances on Major Issues

Jordan's King Abdullah II welcomes Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Jaber Al-Sabah upon his arrival at Marka military airport, in Amman, Jordan April 23, 2024. (Reuters)
Jordan's King Abdullah II welcomes Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Jaber Al-Sabah upon his arrival at Marka military airport, in Amman, Jordan April 23, 2024. (Reuters)

Jordan’s King Abdullah II warned on Tuesday of the danger of the latest escalation in the region that may lead it towards instability and insecurity.

He made his remarks during official talks with Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Jaber Al-Sabah, who kicked off on Tuesday an official two-day visit to Jordan.

King Abdullah reiterated the need to intensify efforts to reach an immediate and lasting ceasefire in Gaza and to unify Arab efforts to address the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Palestinian enclave.

Moreover, he underscored the need “to reach a political horizon to the Palestinian cause based on the two-state solution that ensures the Palestinian brothers obtain their full legitimate rights and the establishment of their independent state based on the June 4, 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital.”

He praised the wise positions of Kuwait towards Arab causes, starting with the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and in supporting the Palestinian people, and its constant efforts in pursuit of regional security and stability.

Jordanian Minister of Government Communications and government spokesperson Muhannad Mubaidin noted that Sheikh Mishal’s visit coincides with the launch of Jordanian and Arab efforts to reach a ceasefire in Gaza and ensure the delivery of aid to the enclave and West Bank.

In exclusive remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, he stressed that Sheikh Mishal’s visit to Jordan, his first to the country, underscores the partnership between Kuwait and Amman and the bilateral cooperation in various regional and Arab issues, leading with their demand for an immediate ceasefire in the war Israel is waging on Gaza.

Jordan and Kuwait share common stances on several issues, he went on to say, adding that their relations have deepened in recent years.

Kuwait supports Jordan’s economy in its capacity as the greatest investor in vital sectors in the kingdom, he stressed.

Kuwait’s investments in Jordan are estimated to be worth around 20 billion dollars dinars.



Saudi Govt Welcomes Trump’s Visit, Hopes to Bolster Strategic Partnership with US

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Govt Welcomes Trump’s Visit, Hopes to Bolster Strategic Partnership with US

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)

The Saudi government welcomed on Monday US President Donald Trump's visit to the Kingdom on Tuesday.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh.

The cabinet said it was optimistic Trump's visit will strengthen and expand cooperation and the strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and the US across various sectors in line with their mutual interests and visions.

Crown Prince Mohammed briefed the cabinet on the outcomes of recent talks with leaders of several brotherly and friendly nations that focused on bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest.

The cabinet reviewed regional and international developments and reiterated its firm condemnation of the Israeli authorities' announcement of their incursion into and control of the Gaza Strip and Palestinian territories.

It also condemned Israel's ongoing violations of international humanitarian law, reiterating the Kingdom's unwavering support for the Palestinian cause and the rights of the Palestinian people.

The cabinet welcomed the ceasefire agreement reached between Pakistan and India, stressing the Kingdom's continued commitment to working with international partners to achieve lasting peace between the two countries.

Moreover, the cabinet discussed progress in cooperation with international organizations and forums, emphasizing that the Kingdom's hosting of the Munich Security Conference Leaders' Meeting later in 2025 reflects its commitment to supporting multilateral approaches that promote international peace and security and address global challenges.

The cabinet highlighted Saudi Arabia's election as the Arab Group's representative to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council, saying it is a testament to its leading role and ongoing efforts in advancing the aviation sector at the local, regional, and international levels according to the highest standards of safety and efficiency.