PM Modi breaks protocol, receives Jordan’s King Abdullah at Delhi airport

India considers Jordan an “oasis of stability and harmony” in conflict-ridden West Asia and New Delhi would like to deepen bilateral ties with the country during the king’s visit, sources said.

By: Express Web Desk
New Delhi | February 27, 2018 09:56 PM IST

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PM Modi breaks protocol, receives Jordan's King Abdullah at Delhi airport

(Source: MEA Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar/Twitter)

Deviating from protocol, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday received King Abdullah of Jordan at Delhi airport who is on a three-day visit to New Delhi. Both sides will look to expand ties in a range of key areas including defence and security.

King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein, a 41st generation direct descendant of Prophet Muhammad, is known for his global initiative to fight radicalisation and terrorism. He is also the custodian of the Al-Aqsa mosque, among the holiest Islamic sites, located in the Old City of Jerusalem.

A special address on Islamic heritage and promoting moderation will be a major highlight of the Jordanian king’s visit.

India considers Jordan an “oasis of stability and harmony” in conflict-ridden West Asia and New Delhi would like to deepen bilateral ties with the country during the king’s visit, sources said, adding both sides will also look to finalise a framework for defence cooperation.

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