Jordan’s King calls for capitalising on Ajloun’s tourism, agriculture potential

Jordan’s King calls for capitalising on Ajloun’s tourism, agriculture potential

AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah on Tuesday called for capitalising on the vast potential of Ajloun Governorate in tourism and agriculture.

At a meeting with a number of local community leaders in Ajloun attended by HRH Crown Prince Hussein, King Abdullah said the cable car project is a good starting point to enhance the tourism product, calling for connecting the project to other tourism attractions in the governorate, according to a Royal Court statement.

His Majesty highlighted the importance of the government’s masterplan for Ajloun.

Turning to political affairs, the King reaffirmed commitment to implementing the political, economic, and administrative modernisation tracks, in order to achieve comprehensive development and to improve the quality of services.

Discussing regional developments, foremost of which is the Palestinian cause, His Majesty reiterated Jordan’s role in safeguarding Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem.

Jordan’s position in supporting the Palestinians is clear, the King said, noting that supporting Palestine and Jerusalem is “a duty for all of us”.

Attendees stressed their support for His Majesty’s positions on local, regional and international issues, and gave suggestions for the implementation of the masterplan in various fields, including development, tourism, agriculture, health and productive projects.

For his part, Prime Minister Bisher Khasawneh said the