Speaker. as an original cosponsor of the United States Jordan Defense Cooperation Act of 2015. I rise in strong support of this bill. Jordan is a vital and loyal partner in the Middle East. Under King Abdullahs strong leadership. Jordan continues to play a critical role in advancing peace and stability in the region and in the ongoing campaign to defeat ISIL. Jordan is a leader in the fight against Islamic extremism. conducting airstrikes. training partner nations and rebel forces. and supplying allies. Due to the unrest in the region and the hosting of more than 700.000 Syrian refugees. Jordans economy faces ongoing economic and security needs. As chairwoman of the State.
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