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Fernández Noroña Reaches Jordan on Palestine-Bound Tour, Shares Visit to Refugee Camp

Allies cite the foreign invitation plus self-funded expenses as proof the tour complies with Senate rules.

Overview

  • The Mexican senator posted photos from Amman after visiting a long-standing Palestinian refugee camp with United Nations personnel.
  • The Jordan stop follows meetings in Dubai with Amna Ali Al Adid, who received him on behalf of the UAE Federal National Council, and a phone call with Council president Saqr Ghobash.
  • He says the United Arab Emirates paid for his airfare and that he will cover lodging and per diems, and he is on a nine-day leave from the Senate starting October 24.
  • Former interior minister Adán Augusto López publicly defended the trip’s legality, arguing it aligns with legislative protocols.
  • Noroña describes the tour as an expression of solidarity with Palestinians and says he will continue on to Palestine, while dismissing domestic criticism as political intrigue.