Become partners in our growth, secure strong returns, Modi tells India-Jordan business forum

“His contributions to areas such as youth development, sports, space, innovation and furthering the welfare of persons with disabilities are truly remarkable,” Modi said, wishing success to the Crown Prince in his pursuits to strengthen Jordan’s growth trajectory.

Earlier in the day, the PM and Jordan King Abdullah II addressed the India-Jordan Business Forum, where Modi asked business leaders from both the countries to invest and collaborate on IT, infrastructure and agriculture areas.

“Many countries across the world share borders, and many also share markets. However, the relationship between India and Jordan is one where historic trust and future economic opportunities converge. This was also the essence of my discussion with His Majesty (King Abdullah II) yesterday (Monday). We held detailed deliberations on how to transform geography into opportunity, and opportunity into growth.”

Addressing King Abdullah II, Modi said, “Under your leadership, Jordan has emerged as a bridge that is greatly facilitating cooperation and alignment between different regions. During our meeting yesterday, you explained how Indian companies can access the markets of the United States, Canada, and other countries through Jordan. I would urge the Indian companies present here to fully leverage these opportunities.”

“Today, new avenues of opportunity are opening up in India for every business and every investor from Jordan. You can become partners in India’s rapid growth and secure strong returns on your investments,” the PM said.

Highlighting India’s Digital Public Infrastructure and IT sector, he said, “India’s experience in this domain can be of significant value to Jordan as well. India has transformed digital technology into a model for inclusion and efficiency. Frameworks such as UPI, Aadhaar, and Digi Locker have today become global benchmarks. His Majesty and I discussed the possibility of aligning these frameworks with Jordan’s systems. Together, our two countries can directly connect startups across sectors such as fintech, health-tech, and agri-tech. We can build a shared ecosystem, one that links ideas with capital, and innovation with scale.”

He said there are significant opportunities in the “pharma and medical devices sectors”. “If Indian companies manufacture medicines and medical devices in Jordan, it will benefit the people of Jordan, while also enabling the country to emerge as a reliable hub for West Asia and Africa. Whether it is generics, vaccines, Ayurveda, or wellness, India brings trust and Jordan brings reach,” he said.

On agriculture, the PM said India has extensive experience in farming under dry climatic conditions and this experience can make a real difference in Jordan. “We can collaborate on solutions such as precision farming and micro-irrigation. We can also work together to develop cold chains, food parks and storage facilities. Just as we are undertaking joint ventures in fertilisers, we can move forward together in other areas as well,” he said.

Strategic partnership with Ethiopia

Later in the day, the PM reached Ethiopia on the second leg of his three-nation tour. India and Ethiopia elevated their ties to a strategic partnership, as PM Modi held wide-ranging talks with his Ethiopian counterpart Abiy Ahmed Ali. Modi, who is on his maiden bilateral visit to Ethiopia, was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the National Palace.

“We are elevating India and Ethiopia relations to a strategic partnership. This step will provide new energy… and new depth to our ties,” Modi said.