President Luong Cuong holds talks with King Abdullah II Ibn Al-Hussein of Jordan

At the talks, on behalf of the State and people of Vietnam, President Luong Cuong welcomed King Abdullah II Ibn Al-Hussein to visit Vietnam; affirmed that the visit has historical significance, being the first high-level delegation exchange between the two countries since the establishment of diplomatic relations 45 years ago (1980-2025); expressed the hope that the visit will open a new chapter in the bilateral relationship between the two countries.

The President congratulated Jordan on its development achievements in nearly 80 years since its independence, especially the effective implementation of the “ Economic Modernization Vision”, which aims to focus on economic reform in a sustainable and effective manner, ensuring social equity. The President said that these are very important premises to further promote the multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and Jordan.

Assessing that Vietnam and Jordan share many similarities in the spirit of indomitability and perseverance in the struggle for national independence and liberation, President Luong Cuong affirmed that Vietnam values and wishes to strongly, substantially and effectively promote the multifaceted cooperative relationship with Jordan.

King Abdullah II Ibn Al-Hussein of Jordan expressed his joy at his first visit to Vietnam and congratulated Vietnam on its development achievements; at the same time, he sympathized with the great losses and damages that the country and people of Vietnam suffered in recent natural disasters.

Agreeing with President Luong Cuong's assessment of the similarities between the two countries and peoples, King Abdullah II Ibn Al-Hussein affirmed that the invaluable assets of the two countries are the diligence and creativity of the people, the high quality of education, and efforts to develop science and technology and digital transformation.

In an atmosphere of openness, sincerity, trust and mutual understanding, the two leaders agreed that the bilateral cooperation between Vietnam and Jordan in recent times has remained modest and not commensurate with the potential and aspirations of the leaders and people of the two countries; and agreed to bring the bilateral relationship to a new stage.

On that basis, President Luong Cuong and King Abdullah II Ibn Al-Hussein of Jordan agreed that the two sides need to strengthen political trust through delegation exchanges, especially high-level delegations; agreed to effectively implement the Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation between the two Foreign Ministries signed during the visit, study and promote the early signing of agreements to establish other cooperation mechanisms, and soon appoint honorary consuls in each country to promote cooperation.

The King of Jordan proposed that the two Foreign Ministries act as focal points to discuss measures to promote bilateral cooperation, including harmonizing regulations of both sides to create a favorable legal corridor for cooperation in various fields.

On the basis of political trust, the two leaders agreed to promote cooperation in other important areas, including defense, security, information sharing, and exchange of experts and officials between defense and security establishments to enhance mutual understanding and exchange experiences in areas of mutual interest.

In the economic field, the two leaders agreed to facilitate the opening of markets for each other's key products, while encouraging businesses of the two countries to study the possibility of cooperation and investment, especially in the fields of infrastructure development, green economy, digital economy, telecommunications, production, agricultural processing, etc., promoting the connection of the startup and innovation ecosystems between the two countries.

The King of Jordan suggested that the two countries consider opening direct flights soon, creating favorable conditions for granting entry visas to citizens of both sides.

Affirming Vietnam's strengths in agriculture, President Luong Cuong emphasized that Vietnam is ready to increase exports of key products to Jordan. The King of Jordan expressed his willingness to support Vietnam in developing the Halal industry through sharing information, experience, certification issues and opening the market for Vietnam's Halal products.

The two leaders also discussed measures to promote cooperation in healthcare, which is Jordan's strength, especially in the fields of remote medical examination and treatment, and application of technology in medicine...

In the field of education and training, the two sides agreed to increase student and academic exchanges, especially in emerging fields such as science and technology, artificial intelligence, and semiconductors, affirming that these are very potential fields to open up opportunities for the young generations of the two countries.

Regarding cooperation at multilateral forums, the two sides agreed to continue consulting and supporting each other's candidacies as well as acting as a bridge to promote cooperation between the Arab League and ASEAN. The two sides also discussed international and regional issues of mutual concern, including the East Sea issue.

*After the talks, Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Jordan signed a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation between the two Foreign Ministries and a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation between the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam and the Diplomatic Academy of Jordan.

Doan Xuan Ky

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