Petra News Agency
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Two-state solution is
basis to end Palestinian-Israeli conflict: King
Idaho, July 11, (Petra)--His Majesty King Abdullah II said the two-state
solution is the basis to end Palestinian-Israeli conflict in a bid to achieve
just and comprehensive peace in the Middle East.
The Monarch, who participated in an economic conference held in US state of
Idaho Friday, and also attended by Queen Rania and Crown Prince Hussein Ben
Abdullah, stressed need to relaunch Palestinian-Israeli negotiations according
to a specific timetable and a clear plan within a comprehensive regional
context.
" This process guarantees establishment of an independent Palestinian state on
national Palestinian soil and ensures security and acceptance for Israel," the
King added.
The King urged international community to step up its efforts in the coming
period based on concrete steps to achieve a tangible progress in peace talks in
a bid to reach a comprehensive settlement and a secure Middle East according to
international resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative.
The Monarch, who later took part in a discussion session, which brought together
prominent global, economic and political figures, affirmed the achievement of
Mideast peace contributes to help the region's countries provide better economic
and living conditions to its people , attract international investments and
create job opportunities for future generations.
His Majesty also highlighted programmes and projects currently being carried out
by government to develop the Kingdom, ensure better living standards for
Jordanians and enhance performance of national economy.
The King touched on Jordan’s plans to diversify energy resources , which will
positively impact the country’s capability to handle fluctuations of world
markets.
The Monarch also underlined Jordan’s economic partnerships with a range of
countries across the world , saying the Kingdom has become a haven for
attracting international investments.
On the sidelines of Idaho conference, His Majesty discussed with Colombian
leader Alvaro Uribe ways to boost bilateral cooperation ties and Mideast
developments.