Amman, Jordan – The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Republic of Turkey issued a joint statement on Saturday following talks between King Abdullah II of Jordan and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Istanbul.
The discussions focused on ways to enhance bilateral relations and regional issues of mutual interest.
The statement affirmed that King Abdullah II’s visit to Turkey, at the official invitation of President Erdoğan,
provided a significant opportunity to exchange views on mechanisms to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
This was possible given the deep historical ties and distinguished relations between the two countries.
Elevating the strategic partnership
The two leaders emphasized their commitment to further developing Jordanian-Turkish relations at all levels.
This is particularly important as the 80th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries approaches in 2027.
Moreover, they stressed the importance of elevating the strategic partnership in the political, economic, and security spheres.
On the economic front, both sides emphasized the importance of strengthening trade and investment cooperation.
The two presidents called on the private sector in both countries to explore new opportunities
for collaboration, expand partnerships, and increase the exchange of expertise.
Furthermore, they welcomed the outcomes of the first meeting of the Joint Economic Committee,
held in Amman in October 2015. They stressed the need for its effective implementation.
On the Palestinian issue, King Abdullah II and President Erdoğan expressed
their deep concern regarding the humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza Strip.
They emphasized the urgent need for the unimpeded delivery of humanitarian
aid and the commencement of early recovery and reconstruction efforts.
Official invitation to visit Jordan
They also affirmed the necessity of achieving a just and lasting peace based on the two-state solution.
This would lead to the establishment of an independent Palestinian state within the June 4, 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
The statement also stressed the rejection of any attempts to alter the legal and historical status of Jerusalem and its holy sites.
In addition, it reaffirmed support for the Hashemite custodianship of the Islamic and Christian holy sites in the city.
At the conclusion of the visit, King Abdullah II expressed his appreciation for the warm reception.
He extended a formal invitation to the Turkish President to visit Jordan.
