His Majesty King Abdullah met with World Bank Group Interim President Kristalina Georgieva, on the sidelines of the London Initiative Conference on Thursday, to discuss opportunities for cooperation, especially in key growth sectors.

The meeting covered economic and development plans implemented by Jordan, aimed at providing employment opportunities for youth, increasing investments, and improving the business environment.

Prime Minister Omar Razzaz, Adviser to His Majesty and Director of the Office of His Majesty Manar Dabbas, Adviser to His Majesty for Economic Affairs Mohamad Ississ, Planning Minister Mary Kawar, and a number of World Bank Group executives attended the meeting.

The World Bank Group’s partnership with Jordan encompasses various sectors, such as infrastructure, investment, education, bolstering the business environment, and helping the Kingdom cope with the implications of the Syrian refugee crisis.