King Leaves For Manama

Amman
15 April 2003

His Majesty King Abdullah II left Amman on Tuesday in a two-day visit for Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.

His Majesty's visit comes within the framework of Jordan's efforts to find Arabic stand towards supporting Iraqi people to preserve the unity of the Iraqi territories and choose their leadership and chart their future.

His Majesty will also discuss with the Bahraini and Saudi leaders the efforts aiming at speeding up the implementation of the road map and re-launching peace negotiations between Palestinians and Israelis.

His Majesty is accompanied by Prime Minister Ali Abul-Ragheb, Minister of the Royal Court Faisal El-Fayez, Foreign Minister Marwan Al-Muasher.

His Royal Highness Prince Faisal Ben Al Hussein sworn in as regent during His Majesty's absence abroad.