FM, Canada counterpart talk ties, region

AMMAN — Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi and Canadian Foreign Minister François-Philippe Champagne on Sunday expressed keenness to enhance bilateral ties, reviewing the prospects for bolstering cooperation in various fields, as well as strengthening coordination over regional challenges. 

The two sides followed up on the outcomes of the discussions of His Majesty King Abdullah and Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over the phone last week, voicing solidarity in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and its repercussions, according to a Foreign Ministry statement.

Safadi expressed appreciation for Canada’s support to refugee-burdened Jordan, as well as its efforts towards supporting UNRWA, which is experiencing a financial crisis.

The Canadian foreign minister valued the Kingdom’s role aimed at achieving regional security and stability, as well as enhancing the culture of dialogue and the culture of respect for others. 

The two sides also reviewed the latest regional developments and efforts exerted to end the deadlock in the Middle East peace process and resume negotiations towards achieving a just and comprehensive peace. Safadi stressed that the two-state solution is “the sole path” to realise a just peace.

The two top diplomats also emphasised the importance of continued coordination and consultation on counterterrorism and fighting the culture of hate speech, and promoting the culture of dialogue and strengthening the culture of respect for others.