During the meeting at Al Husseiniya Palace, attended by Her Majesty Queen Rania, King Abdullah voiced appreciation for the support provided by EU institutions, which, the King said, reflects the depth of strategic partnership between the two sides.

The meeting covered developments in the Middle East and the world, including the Syrian crisis, with His Majesty reaffirming Jordan’s support for a political solution to the conflict.

The King and Mogherini stressed the importance of enhancing efforts to combat terrorism.

Mogherini voiced once again the EU’s commitment to continuing its support for the Kingdom and commended His Majesty’s efforts to enhance security and stability in the region, as well as Jordan’s pivotal role in the war against terrorism.