Press release

PM meeting with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan: 7 August 2019

Prime Minister Boris Johnson met with with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan.

• From: Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street and The Rt Hon Boris Johnson
• Published: 7 August 2019

This was published under the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

A Downing Street spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister met with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan in Downing Street today for talks and a working lunch.

The leaders reflected on the close bilateral relationship and longstanding friendship between our countries.

They noted the positive impact of the Jordan Growth and Opportunity Conference earlier this year. The Prime Minister welcomed the King’s progress in delivering economic reforms and urged continued momentum.

The leaders also acknowledged Jordan’s important role in maintaining regional stability and the Prime Minister thanked the King for the part Jordan continues to play in hosting Syrian refugees.

Published 7 August 2019