PM holds high-level talks on Gaza, regional cooperation at Arab summit in Baghdad

AMMAN —  Prime Minister Jafar Hassan on Saturday held separate meetings in Baghdad on the sidelines of the 34th Arab League Summit with his Lebanese and Spanish counterparts, as well as UN Secretary-General António Guterres.

During his meeting with Lebanese Prime Minister NawafSalam, Hassan and Salam reaffirmed the long-standing ties between their countries and expressed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in various fields. 

Hassan reiterated Jordan’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty, stability and development, emphasising that the Kingdom stands with the Lebanese people in their efforts to meet their aspirations, according to the Jordan News Agency, Petra.

Salam praised Jordan’s support under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah, commending Amman’s regional role in promoting Arab solidarity and stability.

Hassan also met with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, with discussions focusing on deepening bilateral relations and Spain’s growing diplomatic role in the region, notably its active engagement in pushing for an international consensus to halt the war on Gaza and and achieve a just and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution, ensuring Palestinians restore their legitimate rights on their national soil.

During a meeting with UN Secretary-General AntónioGuterres, Hassan stressed the need for an immediate ceasefire, unaltered delivery of humanitarian aid and the launch of a comprehensive reconstruction plan for Gaza that ensures residents are not displaced from their land.

Hassan commended Guterres for his ongoing efforts to mobilise international support for peace, as well as for his advocacy of political solutions to conflicts across the region.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi also attended the meetings.