Amman, Oct. 5 (Petra) -- Speaker of the Lower House of Parliament Mazen Qadi affirmed Jordan's firm support, under His Majesty King Abdullah II, for Yemeni legitimacy and for Yemen's unity, sovereignty, independence, security and stability.
Qadi spoke Monday at the Lower House of Parliament during a meeting with Yemeni Foreign and Expatriates Minister Afrah Zouba and Yemeni Ambassador to Jordan Jalal Faqira.
Qadi said the Yemeni issue requires an Arab position that protects Yemen and ends the conflict. He voiced solidarity with Yemeni legitimacy in facing attacks by the Houthi militia. He said a comprehensive political solution is needed to restore the state and its institutions.
He warned that continued foreign interference worsens instability and affects the future of Yemen and the Arab region. He stressed that Arab states must deal with their challenges collectively.
For her part, Zouba expressed her country's deep appreciation for Jordan's support under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II. She praised his role in defending Arab causes in international forums, saying his recent address to the UN General Assembly drew wide attention and appreciation.
She said Jordanian-Yemeni relations extend beyond politics to development, the economy, dialogue and cooperation. She said rebuilding the state and its institutions after the Houthi group took control of them will need major efforts and Arab and international support.
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