Canberra, Oct. 13 (SANA) Jordanian King Abdullah II on Tuesday reaffirmed his country’s support for Syria’s efforts to safeguard its security and sovereignty, while calling for intensified international efforts to restore calm across the region.
During meetings in Canberra with Australian Senate President Sue Lines and House of Representatives Speaker Milton Dick, the king stressed the need to end Israeli attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank, Gaza and Jerusalem, Jordan’s Petra news agency reported.
He also reiterated Jordan’s support for Syria and Lebanon in preserving their security and sovereignty.
King Abdullah expressed appreciation for Australia’s positions on regional and international issues and underscored Jordan’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with Australia, particularly in the political and parliamentary fields.
On Monday, during a meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur, the king also reaffirmed Jordan’s support for Syria’s efforts to protect its security and stability.
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