Ammon News - Ayman Safadi, the foreign minister, and Sima Bahous, the UN Women executive director, Sunday met in Amman for a discussion on the UN agency's role in women empowerment.

Safadi emphasised Jordan's keenness in promoting women's rights and strengthening their involvement in politics and the economy, congratulating Bahous for assuming her new responsibilities.

For her part, Bahous briefed Safadi on the UN Women's projects and programmes in the country, commending Jordan's national efforts in empowering women and increasing their involvement in public life.