Jordan Times
Wednesday, October 6, 2004
Iraq needs int'l backing to
hold elections — Monarch
Agencies
His Majesty King Abdullah on Tuesday said Iraq needs international backing to
its efforts to create a suitable climate for nationwide elections, the Jordan
News Agency, Petra, reported.
During a meeting in London with British Prime Minister Tony Blair, King Abdullah
reiterated that Jordan was committed to help Iraq overcome its current difficult
situation, preserve territorial integrity and rebuild its institutions.
King Abdullah also underscored the need for the international community's
support to create democracy and prosperity in Iraq.
Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Marwan Muasher reiterated Jordan's support for Iraqi
efforts to restore stability and security so elections scheduled for January can
go ahead as planned.
“We need to rebuild Iraq. Once the political process is underway it will
certainly pave the way for the withdrawal of foreign forces,” the Associated
Press quoted Muasher as saying during a joint press conference with his Spanish
counterpart Miguel Angel Moratinos in Madrid.