Jordan Times
Monday, December 12, 2005
King to meet with Hu today
BEIJING (Petra) — His Majesty King Abdullah is
expected to meet today with Chinese President Hu Jintao for talks on means to
enhance bilateral relations, particularly economic and political cooperation.
King Abdullah arrived here Saturday from Japan on the second leg of his Asian
tour, which is to take him to Thailand.
The King yesterday visited the Chinese National Defence University, which has
close ties with the Jordan Armed Forces.
The Monarch toured the university and was briefed by President Lieutenant
General Pei Huailiang on its facilities, activities and services.
Pei praised the distinguished military ties between Jordan and China, noting
that there are nine Jordanian officers currently studying at the university.
King Abdullah, meanwhile, visited widows of the three Chinese who were killed in
the November 9 terrorist attacks at three Amman hotels and offered his
condolences.
The women expressed their deep appreciation for the King's gesture.
Their Royal Highnesses Prince Feisal and Princess Raya as well as Chairman of
the Joint Chiefs-of-Staff General Khaled Sarayreh accompanied the King.