The UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly is on a 3-day visit Tuesday to Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan, which will emphasize the UK's growing partnership with the region, Foreign office statement said.
"I am delighted to be back in the Middle East. The UK's mutually beneficial relationships with the Gulf and Jordan continue to thrive. We have a bright future together," Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said.
"From working together on shared goals like developing stronger trade ties and security, I am proud of how we are collaborating for the benefit of us all." The UK also remains committed to supporting refugees and host communities, collaborating with partners to help the most vulnerable in the region.
In Qatar today, the Foreign Secretary will meet with the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani.
He will then travel to Kuwait to meet His Highness the Crown Prince, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, and explore opportunities to strengthen cooperation.
In Jordan on Thursday, he will meet with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Al Safadi. He will also announce funding to support women and girls and to help the most vulnerable refugees in Jordan.
Source: Kuwait News Agency