King Discusses Enhancing Defense and Security Cooperation with Australia

Al-Taj News – His Majesty King Abdullah II discussed on Tuesday with Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Richard Marles ways to enhance cooperation between Jordan and Australia in the defense and security fields, in a manner that contributes to supporting regional stability.

The meeting was held in the Australian capital, Canberra, where the two sides discussed opportunities to strengthen bilateral relations and develop joint cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

Regarding regional developments, His Majesty the King stressed the importance of intensifying international efforts to de-escalate tensions through dialogue and diplomacy, emphasizing the need to respect the sovereignty of Arab states and ensure their security.

The meeting was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Majdi Al-Harasis, Director of His Majesty the King’s Office Alaa Al-Batayneh, Jordan’s Ambassador to Australia Janti Qalaqouqa, and Australia’s Ambassador to Jordan Paula Ganly.

In a related context, His Majesty the King visited the headquarters of the Joint Operations Command affiliated with the Australian Ministry of Defence, and met with Australian Army Chief of Joint Operations Justin Jones, with whom he discussed ways to enhance defense cooperation between the two countries.