Romanian FM hails ‘excellent’ ties with ‘reliable partner’ Jordan – MENAFN.COM

Romanian FM hails ‘excellent’ ties with ‘reliable partner’ Jordan – MENAFN.COM

(MENAFN - Jordan Times) AMMAN “” More than half a century of diplomatic ties is, in itself, an indication of 'excellent' Jordanian-Romanian bilateral relations, said Romanian Foreign Minister Bogdan Aurescu. In an interview with the Jordan News Agency, Petra, Aurescu said that the ever-growing relations at bilateral and multilateral levels are based on the convergence of views on a wide range of international issues. 'Jordan is a very special and reliable partner in this region, exercising balanced and reasoned approaches, essential for regional stability,' the top Romanian diplomat, who is currently on a visit to the Kingdom, said. Romania is keen on expanding bilateral investments and trade, as priorities of its foreign relations' agenda, he said, adding that he plans to discuss economic cooperation in pragmatic terms during his meetings in Amman. 'Besides the political, economic and cultural ties, we particularly value and appreciate the role of approximately 13, 000 Jordanian citizens who graduated from Romanian universities and who are now successful specialists with significant experience in various fields in Jordan,' the foreign minister said. Since 2019, almost 900 Jordanians enrolled to study in Romanian universities. Romania is currently offering 30 scholarships for Jordanian students each year. There is also