On Friday, February 14, 2014, His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan arrived at the famed Sunnylands Estate in Rancho Mirage, California to hold an important meeting with President Barack Obama.

During their meeting discussions focused on bilateral relations between Jordan and the United States as well as the Syrian crisis.  President Obama praised the people of Jordan who have been:

“…very generous in absorbing hundreds of thousands of displaced persons from that war-ravaged country [Syria].  It puts a great strain on the resources of Jordan and it’s very important for us to make sure that we’re supportive of the Kingdom in accommodating all these refugees.”

According to the New York Times, President Obama also stated that he:

“…would seek to renew a five-year aid package to help Jordan bear the burden of the more than 600,000 Syrian refugees who have fled the civil war there. [And] that the United States would guarantee $1 billion in loans to help keep Jordan’s wavering economy afloat.” 

His Majesty King Abdullah II also held a brief meeting the Governor of California, Mr. Jerry Brown.

On February 12, 2014, His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan met with the Vice President of the United States, Mr. Joe Biden, in Washington D.C.

According to Associated Press, His Majesty and Vice President Biden:

“…discussed Syria’s civil war and the growing violent extremism the conflict is fueling.  [They also] discussed [ways of] achieving a political solution and the need for humanitarian access. Biden also offered support for Abdullah’s efforts to spur political and economic progress.” 

His Majesty also held various meetings with members of the United States Congress and committees this afternoon.  Discussions focused on the latest developments in the Middle East and ways to strengthen ties between the United States and Jordan.

Yesterday, His Majesty King Abdullah II held a meeting with United States Secretary of State, Mr. John Kerry.

On January 20, 2014, His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan held a meeting with “…a delegation from the United States Congress and Senate…” at the royal office in Amman.

According to Petra News, discussions focused on the “…developments of the U.S.-sponsored peace talks between the Palestinians and the Israelis, wherein the King reiterated that the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital was a top Jordanian interest.” 

His Majesty accompanied by His Royal Highness Prince Faisal Bin Al Hussein also visited the Royal Jordanian Air Force headquarters this afternoon.

On January 16, 2014, His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan met with the Prime Minister of Israel, Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu, at Al-Hummar Palace in Amman.

During their important meeting discussions focused on “…developments in the peace process in the light of the ongoing negotiations between the Palestinians and Israelis sponsored by the U.S. administration…” according to Petra News.

On Wednesday, January 15, 2014, His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan held an audience with the Head of the Russian Federal Agency for Atomic Energy, Mr. Sergei Kiriyenko, and his delegation in Amman.

Meanwhile, Her Majesty Queen Rania of Jordan along with professors and students from the University of Jordan celebrated Arbor Day.  During today’s celebration Her Majesty and others planted several trees that “…were damaged during the recent snowstorm [in Jordan]…” 

According to Petra News, Her Majesty also:

“…spoke with students partaking in an art exhibition that displayed artwork made out of wood collected from cypress and pine trees which were damaged and broken during the snowstorm. The exhibition was organized by the university in cooperation with the Faculty of Art and Design along with other related faculties as part of an initiative entitled ‘Al Saru Tribute’.”