India, Jordan agree to deepen multi-sector partnership as PM Modi’s visit marks 75 years of diplomatic ties

What happened:

 On December 16, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Jordan at the invitation of King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein. The two leaders reviewed the full spectrum of India–Jordan relations, marking 75 years of diplomatic ties, and discussed cooperation in trade, defence, security, technology, energy, education, health, water resources and culture.

Why it matters to India:

 The visit reinforced India–Jordan strategic partnership, boosted economic and technological cooperation, and strengthened India’s engagement in West Asia, supporting regional stability, trade expansion and people-to-people ties.