Jordan’s King Abdullah II begins seven-day China visit
Crhk · 2 SOURCESabout 1 hour ago2 MIN
Summary
Jordan’s King Abdullah II will pay a state visit to China from Tuesday to next Monday, in a seven-day trip that will include talks with President Xi Jinping and other senior Chinese leaders. The visit is also expected to focus on expanding bilateral economic ties, with a Jordanian economic delegation accompanying the king and planned meetings with major Chinese companies.
Key Points
- China’s Foreign Ministry said King Abdullah II will visit from Tuesday, June 18, to next Monday, June 24, for a state visit to China
- During the trip, Abdullah II is scheduled to meet President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang and Zhao Leji, chairman of the National People’s Congress Standing Committee
- Jordan said the visit aims to strengthen bilateral and economic relations, with the king set to discuss broader cooperation opportunities with major Chinese firms
- A delegation led by Jordan’s economic ministers will accompany the king, and the two sides are expected to sign cooperation agreements and memorandums of understanding in multiple fields
- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said this will be Abdullah II’s ninth visit to China since taking the throne, and that he will also visit Shanghai and Shenzhen
Why It Matters
The trip points to a push by both sides to deepen their strategic partnership through trade, investment and official exchanges, while also discussing regional and international issues of shared concern. For Hong Kong readers, the business-focused agenda and planned corporate meetings suggest potential openings for Chinese and regional firms watching Middle East cooperation opportunities