King discusses ties with Bahrain monarch

AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah and Bahrain’s King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa on Monday discussed means to enhance joint Arab action and maintain coordination in facing regional challenges, a Royal Court statement said.

At a meeting in Manama as part of His Majesty’s visit to Bahrain, the two leaders voiced their mutual interest to deepen and enhance bilateral relations, the statement said.

Discussing the situation in Jerusalem, they warned of the consequences of Israeli violations and attempts to change the status quo at Al Aqsa Mosque.

Talks also covered regional and international efforts to combat terrorism within a comprehensive plan.

After the visit to Manama, His Majesty is scheduled to head to Saudi Arabia to take part in the Fourth Summit of South American-Arab Countries to be hosted in Riyadh on Tuesday.

The summit aims at sustaining cooperation and coordination among member states of the Arab League and countries of South America in different fields.

HRH Prince Raad was sworn in as Regent during the King’s absence.