KEY POINTS
- Ceremony held at Prime Minister’s House witnessed PM Shehbaz and King Abdullah II
- Agreements include cultural program and Urdu, Pakistan Studies chairs.
- Media cooperation pacts signed between Pakistan and Jordan broadcasters.
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Jordan exchanged on Saturday four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at enhancing cooperation in the fields of culture, media and education.
The signing ceremony took place at the Prime Minister’s House here, which was witnessed by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and King of Jordan King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein.
The agreements include a Program for Cultural Cooperation between Pakistan and Jordan, the establishment of Urdu and Pakistan Studies chairs at the University of Jordan, an agreement between Pakistan Television and Jordan Radio and Television Corporation, and an agreement for cooperation between Pakistan Broadcasting Corporation and Jordan Radio and Television Corporation.
The MoUs are expected to strengthen people-to-people ties, promote cultural exchange, and expand collaboration in education and media between the two countries.
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.
