His Majesty King Abdullah on Wednesday pledged Jordan's full support for the Palestinian Authority in its quest to build its institutions and spread its control over the Gaza Strip following the Israeli pullout due to begin August 17.

“Jordan is ready to make every possible effort to support and bolster Palestinian economy,” King Abdullah said.

King Abdullah warned against the danger that could stem from any Palestinian conflict during this phase.

He also urged all Palestinian factions to join their efforts to build the institutions that will form the nucleus of a Palestinian state.

King Abdullah also promised to step up contacts with all the concerned parties to support the Palestinians and ensure the continuation of the peace process according to the principles of the roadmap.

During the meeting, Abbas briefed King Abdullah on preparations made to assume the security control of Gaza after the Israeli withdrawal which he described as a “historic step” that should be followed by other pullouts.

Agance France Presse