KEY POINTS
- Visit highlights enduring friendship between Pakistan and Jordan.
- King Abdullah praises Pakistan’s support during Gaza conflict and aftermath.
- Both leaders review regional security and ongoing peace initiatives.
- Pakistan and Jordan reject any displacement of Palestinians from Gaza.
- Coordination to increase among eight Arab–Islamic countries on Gaza plan.
- Shehbaz briefs King Abdullah on Afghanistan and India developments.
- MoU signed to boost cooperation in media, culture, education.
- King Abdullah thanks Pakistan for warm hospitality during Islamabad visit.
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Jordan’s King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein reaffirmed their commitment on Saturday to enhancing strategic and economic ties between Pakistan and Jordan, as well as expanding mutually beneficial collaboration at regional and international forums.
During their meeting at the Prime Minister’s House here, they discussed measures to further deepen bilateral relations as well as exploring avenues for enhanced cooperation in the economic, trade, investment, health, science and technology, education, and defence sectors.
The Prime Minister welcomed King Abdullah II’s visit to Pakistan, highlighting it as a testament to the enduring friendship between Pakistan and Jordan.
Likewise, King Abdullah II praised Pakistan’s consistent support for Jordan’s role in regional stability and humanitarian efforts during the Gaza conflict, as well as post-war Gaza.
The meeting also featured a comprehensive exchange of views on regional security and peace initiatives.
On the issue of Palestine, both leaders acknowledged their unanimity of views and principled positions taken by Pakistan and Jordan regarding post-war Gaza, and zero tolerance for any displacement of Palestinians from Gaza.
The two leaders agreed to enhance coordination among the eight Arab Islamic countries that are working with the US on the Gaza ceasefire and the Gaza Peace Plan signed in Sharm el Sheikh.
The Prime Minister also updated King Abdullah II on recent developments in Pakistan’s neighbourhood, especially Afghanistan and India. King Abdullah II acknowledged Pakistan’s key role in maintaining peace and stability in the region.
King Abdullah II thanked the people and the Government of Pakistan for their warm hospitality during his visit to Pakistan. Both dignitaries witnessed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) exchange ceremony in the field of media, culture, and education.
The Prime Minister also hosted a banquet in honour of King Abdullah II and the accompanying delegation.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Minister for Information & Broadcasting Ataullah Tarar, Minister for Climate Change Dr. Musaddiq Malik, and senior government officials were also present on the occasion.
Pakistan-Jordan historic ties
Pakistan and Jordan established formal diplomatic relations shortly after the independence of Pakistan.
The relationship has been characterised by regular political dialogue and strong defence cooperation.
Jordanian officers have long trained at Pakistan’s military institutions, while both countries have coordinated closely on Middle Eastern peace efforts, especially concerning the Palestinian cause.
King Abdullah II has been an influential voice on Jerusalem’s custodianship and regional stability, while Pakistan has consistently supported Jordan’s role in safeguarding Islamic holy sites and advocating Palestinian rights.
The two nations have also cooperated during major crises — including refugee relief in the Middle East and Pakistan’s humanitarian contributions during regional emergencies.
In recent years, both states have sought to expand their cooperation beyond security, focusing more on economic engagement, tourism, cultural diplomacy, and educational exchange.
The latest visit is widely seen as part of a broader effort to modernise this partnership and adapt it to emerging geopolitical and economic realities.
