UAE and Jordan Leaders Discuss $2.5 Billion Cross-Border Railway Project

President Sheikh Mohamed and King Abdullah of Jordan held a telephone conversation to discuss the major $2.5 billion cross-border railway project. According to state news agency Wam on Tuesday, the UAE President and the Jordanian monarch reviewed bilateral relations and explored methods to enhance cooperation in developmental and economic sectors.

The central focus of their conversation was the Aqaba-Al-Shidiya-Maan Railway Project, which is managed by the Jordanian-Emirati Railway Company as a key component of the nations' long-term development strategies. Recently, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, joined King Abdullah for the project's ground-breaking ceremony in the Jordanian port city of Aqaba.

Both leaders lauded the railway initiative as a manifestation of their shared vision for a sustainable partnership. The infrastructure project aims to enhance economic connectivity between the UAE and Jordan, advancing mutual interests and regional prosperity.

Additionally, President Sheikh Mohamed and King Abdullah discussed prominent regional issues across the Middle East. They emphasized their dedication to ongoing consultation and cooperation to support security, stability, and peace throughout the region.

The UAE continues to expand its rail infrastructure through initiatives such as the Etihad Rail network spanning the UAE, the Hafeet Rail link connecting Abu Dhabi to Sohar Port, and its role in the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.