King Abdullah starts visit to France today

Jordan's King Abdullah II started a four day official visit to France today, during which he will hold talks with French President Jacques Chirac and high-ranking officials on means of strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries, especially in the economic and investment fields, and pushing forward the peace process on all levels.

Jordanian sources said King Abdullah will try to establish a long-term loan to be used for implementing service industry projects in Jordan.

They added that King Abdullah will inform the French officials about the results of his discussions with US officials, topped by US President Bill Clinton, and his wife, Hillary Clinton.