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LONDON – His Majesty King Abdullah II on Wednesday met a number of heads and members of committees in the British House of Commons and House of Lords.

The King reviewed Jordan’s reform efforts that would lead to parliamentary governments. He also highlighted the latest developments in the Middle East, particularly the developments in Syria.

His Majesty stressed the role of youth, who are a majority in the community, in the reform process and their engagement in the political process and the parliamentary elections that will take place in January 23. The elections, the King said, will give the youth a chance to vote and support candidates who have clear programs that serve the community, empower youth and develop solutions to their problems.

The Arab Spring serves as an opportunity to help Jordan press ahead with reform and development in various sectors, the King said, adding that what has been achieved paves the way to develop the political and partisan life and promote participation in the decision-making process through elections, leading to a strong parliament and parliamentary governments.

During the meeting, the King talked about the latest developments regarding the peace process, stressing the importance of intensifying the international community's efforts to achieve a breakthrough, leading to a just and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution, which enjoys international consensus.

He also underscored the importance of international engagement in the peace process to help the Palestinians and Israelis return to the negotiating table and address all final status issues, leading to the establishment of an independent and viable Palestinian state.

The meeting also touched on the situation in Syria. The King pointed the serious repercussions of the crisis on the entire region if it continues without a solution that saves the Syrian people further suffering. King Abdullah pointed the huge burden borne by Jordan as a result of hosting large numbers of Syrian refugees.

The King expressed appreciation for Britain for its contribution to providing assistance to Syrian refugees, calling on various countries to increase aid to provide humanitarian relief to them.

Meanwhile, the British thanked the King for briefing them on the latest developments and challenges in the Middle East. They also praised the wisdom of His Majesty as well as his tireless efforts to achieve peace and stability in the region and his endeavor to achieve reform in Jordan.