Kuala Lumpur:Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim met with King Abdullah II of Jordan at the Bunga Raya Complex, Kuala Lumpur International Airport, as part of the Jordanian monarch's state visit to Malaysia.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the visit, which spans two days, was initiated by an invitation from His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia. The meeting aimed to enhance the longstanding bilateral relations between Malaysia and Jordan, concentrating on education, trade, and regional cooperation.

Anwar was joined by key officials, including Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, and Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. The discussions also included Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan and Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar.

The audience lasted approximately 30 minutes and underscored the shared goals of both nations in promoting peace, justice, and stability in West Asia, with a focus on supporting the Palestinian cause. The visit marks King Abdullah II's second official visit to Malaysia since May 2008, highlighting over sixty years of diplomatic ties.

Education remains a key pillar of the relationship, with more than 1,490 Jordanian students currently studying in Malaysia. Both countries are committed to fostering educational exchanges, collaborative academic efforts, and scientific research partnerships.

Economically, Malaysia and Jordan have seen their bilateral trade reach RM993.4 million in 2025, marking a 15.2% increase from the previous year. From January to August 2026, trade continued to grow by eight percent, amounting to RM740.7 million compared to the same period in the preceding year.

This state visit represents a continued effort by both Malaysia and Jordan to deepen diplomatic ties and broaden cooperation in areas of shared interest.