Amman (UNA/WAFA) – Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas met on Tuesday with King Abdullah II of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in the Jordanian capital, Amman..
During the meeting, the latest developments in Palestine were reviewed, in addition to discussing a number of regional and international issues of common interest..
At the beginning of the meeting, His Excellency the President praised Jordan's steadfast positions, under the leadership of King Abdullah II, in supporting the Palestinian cause and defending the rights of the Palestinian people in various international forums, expressing his deep appreciation for the humanitarian aid provided by the Kingdom, including the establishment of field hospitals and the reception of wounded individuals from the Gaza Strip for treatment..
The President praised the special role played by the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in protecting Islamic and Christian holy sites in the city of Jerusalem, within the framework of the Hashemite custodianship..
His Excellency affirmed the State of Palestine's keenness to strengthen fraternal relations and cooperation with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, in a way that serves the interests of the two brotherly peoples..
The President briefed the King of Jordan on the dangerous Israeli escalation in the West Bank, including Jerusalem, as a result of colonial expansion policies, annexation attempts, and the rise in settler terrorism, demanding the immediate release of Palestinian funds withheld by Israel..
The meeting also addressed the ongoing violations against Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem, and the obstruction of worshippers' access to them. Both sides stressed the need to preserve the legal and historical status of these holy sites in Jerusalem, appreciating the role played by the Hashemite custodianship..
The President stressed the importance of adhering to President Trump's plan and Security Council Resolution 2803, leading to the consolidation of the ceasefire, the delivery of aid, and the transition to the second phase, beginning the recovery and reconstruction phase, ultimately leading to the implementation of the two-state solution based on international law..
He also pointed to the importance of activating the coordination office between the Palestinian government and the executive bodies of the Peace Council..
His Excellency affirmed the unity of the Palestinian territory in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and rejected any attempts to separate the Strip, considering it an integral part of the State of Palestine. He reiterated the commitment to the principle of “one state, one law, and one legitimate armed force,” and emphasized the importance of strengthening the integration of Palestinian institutions under the umbrella of the Palestinian government..
His Excellency also briefed King Abdullah II on the comprehensive reform program being implemented by the Palestinian leadership, which is committed to all its provisions. This program aims to develop state institutions, strengthen the principles of governance and transparency, improve education, unify social protection systems, support the rule of law, promote digital transformation, enhance security and the justice sector, and complete democratic processes. These processes began with the Fatah Youth Movement elections and local council elections, culminating in the convening of the Eighth Fatah Conference next month and the Palestinian National Council elections in November. The program also includes drafting a constitution and laws governing political parties and general elections, paving the way for presidential and parliamentary elections when conditions are suitable..
It was agreed to continue coordination and consultation on various issues, in a way that serves the interests of the two brotherly peoples..
The meeting was attended by the Vice President of the State of Palestine, Hussein al-Sheikh, the head of the General Intelligence Service, Major General Majid Faraj, the President's Advisor for Diplomatic Affairs, Majdi al-Khalidi, and the Ambassador of the State of Palestine to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Attallah Khairy..
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