PM lands in Jordan on historic visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a strong message against terrorism, extremism, and radicalisation during his meeting with King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein at the Husseiniya Palace in Amman, Jordan. “Under your leadership, Jordan has sent a strong and strategic message to all of humanity against terrorism and extremism. We share a common and clear stance against terrorism,” PM Modi said, commending Jordan’s role in addressing the Gaza crisis and promoting regional peace and stability.
The PM arrived in Amman earlier on Monday and was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the airport by Jordanian Prime Minister Jafar Hassan. This marks the beginning of the Jordan leg of his overseas tour, which also includes visits to Ethiopia and Oman.
The visit, scheduled from December 15 to 16, is being undertaken at the invitation of King Abdullah II and coincides with 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Jordan.
On Tuesday, Modi and the Jordanian King will jointly address the India-Jordan Business Forum, bringing together business leaders from both nations to explore trade and investment opportunities. Modi is also scheduled to visit Petra, the historic city renowned for its ancient trade links with India, along with the Jordanian Crown Prince.
This is Modi’s first full-fledged bilateral visit to Jordan in 37 years. India and Jordan share strong economic ties, with bilateral trade currently standing at approximately $2.8 billion, including key supplies of phosphates and potash from Jordan. Observers say the visit is expected to deepen strategic, economic, and cultural relations while reaffirming both countries’ commitment to regional stability and counter-terrorism efforts.
