Jordan's King Abdullah is thanking Canada for its humanitarian assistance as the tiny Middle Eastern kingdom deals with a massive influx of Syrian refugees. Speaking at a state luncheon at Rideau Hall, Abdullah put the number in perspective. (Abdullah says Canada is a vital ally to his country. He says he and his people see Canada helping people to better their lives not only in Jordan, but in the entire region.)

Date: 2015-04-29
Placeline: OTTAWA.
Source: The Canadian Press
Length: 17 seconds

Transcript Prediction: << we have 1.5 million refugees in our country food from Syria that's almost 20 to 25% of our population I keep fighting Americans by saying that's like having 65 million Canadians crossing the border into years >>

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