House speaker, Italian ambassador discuss cooperation

AMMAN — Lower House Speaker Atef Tarawneh and Italian Ambassador to Jordan Giovanni Brauzzi on Monday discussed Italy’s commitment to supporting Jordan’s holistic approach to the Syrian refugee crisis, an Italian embassy statement said.

Talks also covered parliamentary relations as well as regional and international developments. The two officials expressed commitment to address major issues such as combating terrorism, the Syrian crisis and interfaith dialogue.

The ambassador also briefed Tarawneh on the $400 million aid package pledged in the London donor conference to support Jordan and Lebanon. The assistance for Jordan will include $150 million in grants, “with a strong focus on education”.