Ammon News - His Majesty King Abdullah II on Sunday affirmed that Jordan is moving forward with modernisation despite regional challenges, noting the Senate’s important role, in partnership with the House of Representatives and the government, in this regard.

During a meeting at Al Husseiniya Palace with the permanent office of the Senate—which includes its president, his deputies, and assistants—His Majesty stressed that Jordan continues to coordinate with Arab countries and allies on regional developments, to protect its interests and achieve regional stability.

At the meeting, attended by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, the King noted the importance of stopping the Israeli war on Gaza, and achieving comprehensive calm in the region.