By Anjali Sharma
WASHINGTON – Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on the first leg of his 3 nation tour, on Tuesday took part in the India-Jordan Business Forum in Amman.
The event aimed to explore opportunities for business-to-business partnerships, expand bilateral trade, and encourage joint investments in key sectors.
Modi and Jordan’s King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein addressed the business forum jointly.
PM Modi highlighted that in the world of business, numbers have immense value, and building a long-term relationship holds significance.
He said, “India is pacing towards the third largest economy in the world; India’s growth rate is more than 8%; Doors are being opened for Jordan‘s business and investors in India.
Modi also expressed that the revival of the old links shared between the two countries is crucial for future prosperity.
King Abdullah II had highlighted its importance, said it would serve as a platform to deepen economic cooperation and foster shared progress between the two nations.
He had said, “We also look forward to the Jordan-India Business Forum as an opportunity to discuss business-to-business partnerships and the potential for joint investments in vital sectors.”
Modi is also scheduled to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra later in the day.
Jordanian Prime Minister Jafar Hassan and accorded a formal welcome.
He also met King Abdullah II at Al Husseiniya Palace, where the two leaders held detailed discussions on bilateral ties as well as regional and global issues of mutual interest.
Crown Prince Al Hussein Bin Abdullah II as a special gesture drove PM Modi to the Jordan Museum earlier today.
The Crown Prince is the 42nd generation direct descendant of Prophet Mohammad.
India and Jordan signed multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in key areas such as renewable energy, water resources, digital transformation and cultural heritage, with Amman expressing its intent to join key Indian-led global initiatives, including the International Solar Alliance, during PM Modi’s 2 day official visit to the kingdom.
Modi posted on the social media platform X that the results marked a significant expansion of the India–Jordan partnership, particularly in the field of new and renewable energy, reflecting a shared commitment to clean growth, energy security, and climate responsibility.
