AMMAN — Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi on Sunday met with Slovenian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments. 

 

The meeting also underscored the strong partnership between Jordan and Slovenia and explored avenues for enhancing cooperation both bilaterally and within the EU framework, according to a Foreign Ministry statement. 

 

The two ministers discussed enhancing cooperation in several sectors, including the economy, investment, information technology, tourism, defence, and security. 

 

They also stressed the urgent need to maintain the ceasefire in Gaza and ensure the immediate and adequate delivery of humanitarian aid across the Strip.

 

Safadi also commended Slovenia’s support for the Palestinian people's right to an independent state based on the two-state solution. 

 

He also praised Slovenia’s efforts during its tenure on the UN Security Council, where it worked to stop the aggression against Gaza and facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance. 

 

Safadi also underscored Slovenia’s role in launching the "Friends of UNRWA" Initiative, in partnership with Jordan and Kuwait, on July 12, 2024, to support Palestinian refugees.

 

The discussions also touched on the situation in Syria, with Safadi highlighting the historic moment the country is facing. 

 

He reiterated Jordan’s commitment to supporting the Syrian people in rebuilding their nation while preserving its unity and combating terrorism, stressing the importance of creating conditions for the voluntary return of refugees.

 

The two ministers also agreed on the necessity of supporting Lebanon's security and stability to ensure the continuity of its institutions. 

 

Also on Sunday, Safadi received Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov, marking his first visit to Jordan at the head of a high-level delegation representing various sectors, including investment, trade, higher education, religious affairs, commerce, and pharmaceuticals. 

 

The meeting focused on boosting bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in sectors such as economy, trade, politics, investment, culture, defence, security, and counterterrorism.

 

The two sides agreed to establish an institutional mechanism for political consultations, with the first meeting set for later this year to identify key areas of cooperation and finalize agreements to enhance bilateral collaboration.

 

Safadi and Saidov also signed a visa exemption agreement for holders of diplomatic passports, as well as a two-year bilateral cooperation programme covering areas such as international and regional cooperation, legal assistance, consular consultations, information exchange, and collaboration between research and analytical centres.

 

Saidov and his delegation are scheduled to meet with Jordan’s ministers of awqaf and Islamic affairs, education and higher education, and investment to explore additional opportunities for expanding cooperation in these sectors.