Lower House Foreign Affairs Committee head, Spanish ambassador discuss bilateral relations, Palestinian issue

AMMAN — Head of the Lower House Foreign Affairs Committee MP Khaldoun Hina on Tuesday met with Spanish Ambassador Miguel de Lucas where discussions focused on bilateral relations and strategies to bolster cooperation across various domains.

During the meeting, MP Hina said, "Jordan values Spain's political stances in support of our positions on the Palestinian issue, showcasing your humanitarian approach when such voices are rare globally."

He stressed that His Majesty King Abdullah has always cautioned about the urgency of a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian issue, underlining the danger of denying Palestinian rights.

Jordan stands unwaveringly by the Palestinians until they achieve their rightful claims on their national territory, particularly the establishment of an independent state, the MP said. 

He highlighted the longstanding ties between Jordan and Spain, dating back to the founding kings, underscoring the need to fortify these relations across all sectors.

Spain's historical stances on Arab affairs, have consistently earned respect, explaining that Spain has been one of the nations earnestly seeking a just solution to the Arab-Israeli conflict, he noted. 

Hina also highlighted Jordan's backing for Spain's endeavours to facilitate tangible progress in Palestinian-Israeli peace negotiations, aiming for a just solution that ensures the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.

The ambassador referred to the Jordanian-Spanish relations as “historic” and emphasised Spain's commitment to strengthening economic ties.

He commended Jordan's role, led by King Abdullah, in fostering regional security and stability, as well as advocating for peaceful solutions to multiple crises.

Regarding regional developments, the ambassador reiterated Spain's support for a just resolution to the Palestinian issue, aligning its political stance with that of Jordan.