V-P Mike Pence meets Jordan's King Abdullah

US Vice President Mike Pence today met King Abdullah II of Jordan during which the two leaders discusses how best to move forward to ensure a stable and safe Middle East.

"The meeting provided the vice president the opportunity to thank the Hashemite kingdom of Jordan for its steadfast leadership in the region, and its efforts in defeating ISIS and countering Iranian influence," the White House said.

"Other important topics the two leaders discussed included the strengthening of the bilateral relationship and how to best move forward to ensure a stable and safe Middle East," it said.