‘India Has Witnessed Remarkable Growth Under PM Modi,’ Says King Abdullah II at India-Jordan Business Forum

King Abdullah II of Jordan on Tuesday during his speech at the India-Jordan Business Forum praised India’s fast economic development under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, dubbing it a “remarkable growth story”.

Addressing the audience of business leaders, policy makers and representatives from various industries, King Abdullah pointed out the transformation of India into a powerful global economic player and, accordingly, insisted on the necessity of reinforcing the two countries' bilateral relations.

India’s Economic Engine Praised

King Abdullah II referred to India’s growth over the last ten years as staggering, reform, innovation and solid leadership being the main driving forces. He mentioned that India has become a significant global partner in the areas of technology, manufacturing, infrastructure and digital services.

“Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has experienced extraordinary growth,” proclaimed the Jordanian king and further asserted that the country’s growing economy presents huge chances of cooperation with not only Jordan but also the entire Middle East region.

Prioritizing Trade and Investment Cooperation

Beseeching King Abdullah at the forum Indian and Jordanian entrepreneurs to seek deeper cooperation between them in such areas as renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, tourism, education, defense manufacturing and IT.

He made it clear that Jordan’s strategically located position grants it the title of the entrance to West Asia, Africa and Europe, while India’s multiplicity, talented labor pool and innovative ecosystem together make it an investment destination of a great appeal.

Reinforcing India- Jordan Concord

The leader of Jordan reiterated the unbreakable ties of friendship between the two countries, which are based on the common principles of peacemaking, stabilization and economic growth. He also pointed out that these types of events are instrumental in turning political goodwill into tangible business results.

Indian authorities and business executives expressed their approval of King Abdullah's comments, mentioning that increased economic interaction with Jordan is in line with India’s overall contact with West Asia and North Africa and is thus a step forward.

The Future

By facilitating the signing of new trade contracts, the India-Jordan Business Forum is likely to be the starting point for investments, and the deepest economic collaboration between the two countries is going to be the result of this.

King Abdullah’s promotion of India’s development narrative under PM Modi is interpreted as a very powerful signal of trust in India’s economic path and its role in the world.