Bilateral trade between the two countries is nearing USD 2.9 billion, with cooperation spanning fertilisers, pharmaceuticals, IT, healthcare, defence, and renewable energy. Jordan also remains a key supplier of phosphates and potash to India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday concluded a historic two-day visit to Jordan, underscoring 75 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations and giving fresh momentum to their long-standing partnership. Describing the trip as “immensely productive,” the Prime Minister highlighted meaningful outcomes across a wide range of sectors, from renewable energy and water management to digital transformation and cultural cooperation.
In a post shared on X after his departure from Amman, PM Modi expressed gratitude to Jordan’s leadership and people for their warmth and friendship. He also acknowledged a rare diplomatic gesture by Crown Prince Al-Hussein bin Abdullah II, who personally came to the airport to see him off. The Prime Minister said the discussions held during the visit would open new avenues of progress and shared prosperity for citizens of both countries.
The Jordan visit was the first leg of PM Modi’s three-nation tour, which will also take him to Ethiopia and Oman, reflecting India’s broader outreach across West Asia and Africa
During the visit, PM Modi held delegation-level talks with King Abdullah II at the Husseiniya Palace. The two leaders reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral relations and exchanged views on regional and global issues, including developments in Gaza and cooperation in counter-terrorism. The Prime Minister praised Jordan’s consistent and firm stance against terrorism and extremism, while also commending its constructive role in promoting moderation and regional stability.
PM Modi also held an extended and forward-looking interaction with Crown Prince Al-Hussein bin Abdullah II. He lauded the Crown Prince’s initiatives in youth development, sports, innovation, space, and social welfare, noting that his vision and energy were contributing significantly to Jordan’s growth trajectory. In a gesture reflecting the closeness of ties, the Crown Prince personally drove the Prime Minister to the Jordan Museum, where he was introduced to the country’s rich history and cultural heritage.
This visit marked PM Modi’s first full-fledged bilateral trip to Jordan, coming 37 years after the last such visit by an Indian Prime Minister. Although he had earlier transited through Jordan in 2018, the current visit carried special significance in deepening engagement at multiple levels. India and Jordan share strong political, economic, and defence ties, supported by robust people-to-people connections.
