Nayrouz News Agency : His Majesty King Abdullah on Saturday received Commander of the US Central Command Gen. Kenneth F. McKenzie, Jr., and discussed the strategic partnership between the two countries, especially military and security cooperation.

The meeting covered regional developments, foremost of which is the Palestinian cause, according to a Royal Court statement.

Discussions also addressed regional and international efforts to fight terrorism, within a holistic approach.

Adviser to His Majesty for Communication and Coordination Bisher Khasawneh, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Maj. Gen. Yousef Huneiti and the accompanying US delegation attended the meeting.