Prime Minister Modi Visits Jordan

Why in News

At the invitation of King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid an official visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan from 15–16 December 2025.
The visit coincided with the 75th anniversary of the establishment of India–Jordan diplomatic relations.

About the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

• A constitutional monarchy
• Ruled by the Hashemite dynasty
• The Hashemites trace their lineage to the Prophet Muhammad’s clan

High-Level Talks

• Bilateral and expanded talks held in Amman on 15 December 2025
• Focused on:
  • Political ties
  • Economic cooperation
  • Digital partnership
  • Cultural and people-to-people links

Trade & Economic Relations

• Bilateral trade (2024): USD 2.3 billion
• India is Jordan’s third-largest trading partner
• Leaders acknowledged strong and growing economic engagement

Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Cooperation

• Agreement on a roadmap for collaboration in DPI
• Letter of Intent signed to:
  • Share India’s experience in Digital Public Infrastructure
• Joint commitment to:
  • Safe
  • Secure
  • Trusted
  • Inclusive digital environment

Cultural & Heritage Cooperation

Cultural Exchange Programme

• Signed for 2025–2029
• Aims to enhance:
  • Cultural exchanges
  • Academic and artistic collaboration

Twinning Agreement

• Signed between:
  • Petra (Jordan)
  • Ellora Caves (India)
• Focus areas:
  • Archaeological site development
  • Promotion of social and cultural relations
• Both Petra and Ellora are UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Significance of the Visit

• Reinforces strategic and civilisational ties
• Expands India’s engagement in the West Asia region
• Highlights India’s growing role as a digital governance partner
• Strengthens cultural diplomacy and heritage cooperation