On 15 November 2025 Islamabad received King Abdullah II of Jordan in a reception attended by the highest leadership of Pakistan. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif were on hand to welcome King Abdullah II upon his arrival, underlining the significance of the visit.
The arrival of King Abdullah II brought a visible display of diplomatic protocol and cordiality at the capital, reflecting the longstanding relationship between the two countries. The presence of both the President and the Prime Minister signalled Pakistan’s commitment to engaging with Jordan at the highest level.
King Abdullah II’s arrival in Islamabad is expected to reinforce channels of dialogue and cooperation between Pakistan and Jordan. Observers in the city noted the carefully managed reception and the importance attached to the visit by national leaders.
The reception on 15 November 2025 marked the start of the Jordanian monarch’s stay in Pakistan, with officials emphasising the shared interests and friendly ties between the two nations as the basis for further engagement.
