CaliToday (12/11/2025): The official state visit, beginning today, is set to prioritize boosting bilateral trade, investment in renewable energy, and strategic engagement between the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
HANOI, VIETNAM – His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan is scheduled to arrive in Hanoi today, November 12, 2025, to commence an official state visit to Vietnam.
This highly anticipated visit is being hailed by diplomatic circles as a significant strategic step (bước tiến quan trọng), signaling a new era of proactive engagement and deepened cooperation between the two nations.
A New Chapter in Bilateral Ties
The visit marks a pivotal moment in the relationship between Jordan and Vietnam. While the two countries have maintained friendly diplomatic ties for decades, this high-level engagement is seen as a clear signal of intent to add substantial economic and strategic depth to their partnership.
A formal red-carpet welcome ceremony is expected to be held at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi, followed by high-level talks with Vietnam's senior leadership.
The Strategic Agenda: Beyond Handshakes
The discussions are expected to be comprehensive, moving beyond diplomatic formalities to focus on tangible areas for mutual growth. Key items anticipated on the agenda include:
Bolstering Economic & Trade Links: The primary focus will be on expanding the modest trade volume between the two nations. Vietnam is keen to boost exports of its key products—such as electronics, textiles, coffee, and seafood—to the Middle Eastern market.
A Gateway to the Halal Market: A crucial discussion point will be cooperation in the Halal food industry. Vietnam sees Jordan, a global leader in Halal certification, as a vital gateway for its agricultural products to access the lucrative, high-standard markets of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Investment in Energy & Technology: Jordan, a regional leader in renewable energy (particularly solar), is a promising partner for Vietnam as it pursues its ambitious green energy transition goals. Investment cooperation in high-tech agriculture and digital transformation is also expected to be explored.
Tourism and Labor Cooperation: With both nations possessing rich cultural heritage and a desire to rebound in post-pandemic tourism, officials will likely discuss easing travel and promoting new tourism routes. Cooperation in vocational training and skilled labor exchange is another potential area of growth.
A Bridge Between Two Regions
This visit is strategically significant for both sides.
For Vietnam, it represents a key part of its "bamboo diplomacy" being flexible while strengthening ties with diverse partners globally. Deepening relations with a stable and influential player like Jordan provides Vietnam with a stronger foothold in the Middle East.
For Jordan, the visit underscores a strategic pivot towards Asia's most dynamic economies. Vietnam, as a central player in the ASEAN bloc and a major manufacturing hub, is an essential partner for Jordan's own economic diversification goals.
The visit is expected to conclude with the signing of several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at creating a concrete framework for this new chapter of cooperation.