Ammon News -His Majesty King Abdullah on Monday urged the government to devise a comprehensive strategy to counter smoking, especially to protect schools students.

During a meeting held at Al Husseiniya Palace, King Abdullah said countering the danger of smoking is a priority, as the current situation is not acceptable, stressing the need to enforce the Public Health Law to combat smoking, especially among youth.

His Majesty also called for intensifying inspection campaigns in public places to ensure the smoking ban is observed, noting that the health of Jordanians must be above all considerations.