King departs for US to take part in UNGA meetings

AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah on Wednesday departed for the United States to participate in the United Nations General Assembly meetings in New York. 

His Majesty is scheduled to deliver Jordan’s address at the 79th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations, which opens on September 24, according to a Royal Court statement.

The King will also hold a series of meetings with participating heads of state and delegation.

In Maryland, His Majesty is scheduled to meet with the state’s governor, Wes Moore, as well as a group of CEOs and representatives of a number of US companies and universities, according to the statement.

Her Majesty Queen Rania and HRH Prince Hashem are accompanying the King on the visit.

HRH Crown Prince Hussein was sworn in as Regent, in the presence of Cabinet members.