Fifth trilateral summit of Cyprus, Greece, and Jordan held in Amman
The fifth trilateral summit between Cyprus, Greece, and Jordan took place in Amman, bringing together President Nikos Christodoulides, King Abdullah II, and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The leaders focused on regional security, energy, migration, and economic cooperation amidst current geopolitical instability in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East. President Christodoulides held a bilateral meeting with King Abdullah II before the plenary session. The participants adopted a joint declaration emphasizing the need for multilateralism, respect for international law, and regional stability. Greece and Cyprus reaffirmed their role as bridges between the European Union and the Middle East, particularly during the ongoing Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the EU. Key discussions included the promotion of a two-state solution for the Gaza crisis, the need for de-escalation of tensions, and the protection of maritime navigation. Furthermore, the leaders addressed potential for deeper cooperation in defense, climate action, and investment. President Christodoulides expressed solidarity with Jordan regarding recent security challenges faced by the kingdom.