Ammon News - Prime Minister Bisher Khasawneh on Sunday presented his government’s policy statement to the Lower House of Parliament, and pledged full partnership and cooperation with the legislatures.

He said government-parliament partnership is a strategic goal, a key requirement for progress, and a national tool that supports the efforts of the Jordanian state in order to overcome difficulties and challenges.

Khasawneh emphasized that his cabinet will pursue an approach that is based on reality, honesty, frankness, transparency and clarity.

The premier indicated that his government will translate its policy statement into a detailed executive action program based on specific timeframes and indicators to allow for robust control over performance.

He added that his government is looking forward to agreeing with the parliament on legislation and measures that serve public interests, saying the government’s work is not limited to addressing the coronavirus pandemic, but will focus on other economic, social and political tasks.

"We are before a historic milestone, in which the Jordanian state crosses into second centenary. It is a proud national watershed, and an opportunity to assess achievement, learn from the lessons of the past, and plan for the future to continue the process of building and achievement, and build on what our forefathers established during the past 100 years," Khasawneh noted.

He stressed that the nation needs to transform challenges into opportunities, foster a self-reliance approach and maintain national achievements made despite all challenges and hardships.