AMMAN — Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Safadi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed the strategic partnership between the two countries and pressing regional developments, during a meeting in Washington on Wednesday.

 

During the meeting, the two top diplomats reaffirmed the strong ties between Jordan and the United States, stressing the importance of strengthening cooperation across various sectors, according to a Foreign Ministry statement.

 

Safadi expressed appreciation for the continued US support to Jordan, while Rubio highlighted Jordan’s vital role in promoting regional security and stability.

 

Talks also focused on efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza and facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid, the statement said, with Safadi reiterating Jordan’s support for US, Egyptian, and Qatari efforts aimed at reaching a swap agreement that would lead to a lasting ceasefire.

 

The situation in the West Bank and Syria also featured prominently in the discussions. The two ministers reviewed progress following last week's tripartite Jordanian-American-Syrian talks hosted in Amman, particularly the implementation of a ceasefire in southern Syria’s Sweida Governorate, the statement said.

 

Rubio emphasised the need for dialogue to resolve the crisis in southern Syria and protect civilians. Safadi underlining the importance of sustaining the ceasefire, delivering aid, ensuring civilian protection, and upholding Syrian sovereignty and the rule of law throughout the country.

 

He also stressed the importance of supporting Syria’s reconstruction in a manner that safeguards its unity, sovereignty, stability, and the rights of all its citizens.

 

Safadi and Rubio agreed to maintain coordination and communication to enhance bilateral cooperation, address regional crises, and advance peace and stability in the region.