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Statement by the Press Secretary on the President's Meeting With King Hussein of Jordan

June 18, 1993

President Clinton and King Hussein of Jordan held a productive meeting which lasted for 2 hours. The two leaders discussed a wide range of issues, including their shared commitment to achieving tangible progress in the Middle East peace process this year.

President Clinton reaffirmed that the United States is committed to serving as a full partner and honest broker in these historic negotiations. He stressed that negotiations are the only viable path to achieve a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace between Israel, the Arab states, and the Palestinians.

The two leaders discussed the importance of strong enforcement of United Nations sanctions on Iraq. The two countries will continue to work closely in pursuit of that goal.

The President and King Hussein also discussed Jordan's progress toward democratization and respect for human rights. President Clinton expressed his support for the courageous efforts of King Hussein in this regard, and noted that this work will encourage long-term stability and prosperity in Jordan.

William J. Clinton, Statement by the Press Secretary on the President's Meeting With King Hussein of Jordan Online by Gerhard Peters and John T. Woolley, The American Presidency Project https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/node/220516

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