SLAMABAD ( WNAM REPORT ): Pakistan and Jordan on Saturday discussed further deepening bilateral relations as well as exploring avenues for enhanced cooperation in the economic, trade, investment, health, science and technology, education, as well as defence sectors.
The issues were discussed during a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the visiting dignitary King Abdullah II at the PM House.
Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing strategic and economic ties between Pakistan and Jordan, as well as expanding mutually beneficial collaboration at regional and international fora.
The prime minister welcomed King Abdullah II’s visit to Pakistan, highlighting it as a testament to the enduring friendship between Pakistan and Jordan.
The king 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, peace initiatives.
On the issue of Palestine, both leaders acknowledged the unanimity of views and principled positions taken by Pakistan and Jordan regarding the post-war Gaza; 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 on recent developments in Pakistan’s neighbourhood, especially Afghanistan and India.
The Jordanian king acknowledged Pakistan’s key role in maintaining peace and stability in the region.
He thanked the people and the Government of Pakistan for their warm hospitality during his visit to Pakistan.
Both the dignitaries witnessed an MoU exchange ceremony in the field of media, culture and education.
The prime minister also hosted a banquet in his honour and the accompanying delegation.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister 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 part of the delegation.
