Ammon News - Cairo-based Arab Parliament Speaker Adel Abdulrahman Al Asoomi lauded His Majesty King Abdullah II's stances in defending Arab issues and protecting pan-Arab national security.

In a press statement on Wednesday, on the occasion of the Kingdom’s 76th independence anniversary, he lauded the King's efforts, in his capacity as the Hashemite custodian over Jerusalem's Islamic and Christian holy sites, in defending and protecting its sanctities.

Jordan’s "diligent" diplomacy is a model for assuming Arab national responsibility, and defending just Arab causes, he noted.

In addition, Al Asoomi sent congratulations on Jordan's independence anniversary, which reflects Jordanian people's resolve and sacrifice to overcome challenges.

Al Asoomi also expressed his best greetings and wishes to the King for good health, and to the Jordanian people for further progress and prosperity.