AMMAN, April 1 (Xinhua) -- Jordan on Tuesday welcomed the European Parliament's approval of a 500-million-euro Macro-Financial Assistance (MFA) package for Jordan.

Sufian Qudah, the foreign ministry's spokesperson, said the European Parliament passed the aid package with 571 votes in favor. He also noted that the European Commission will soon propose an additional 500-million-euro package for Jordan.

Qudah expressed Jordan's appreciation for the European Union's support, emphasizing that it strengthens the strategic partnership between the two sides and acknowledges Jordan's role in promoting peace and stability in the region, according to a ministry statement.

In January, Jordan and the European Union signed the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement, under which Jordan would receive a total financial aid package of approximately 3 billion euros for 2025-2027. Enditem

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