KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has expressed confidence that Malaysia and Jordan will further strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, education and other fields for the mutual benefit of their people.
In welcoming King Abdullah II of Jordan, who is on a two-day state visit to Malaysia, Sultan Ibrahim said the longstanding friendship between the two countries was underpinned by shared values, mutual respect and a commitment to preserving their respective royal institutions and heritage.
Sultan Ibrahim said both royal houses shared a rich heritage, with the Jordanian royal family tracing its lineage to Prophet Muhammad, while the Johor Sultanate played a significant role in shaping Malay customs and traditions rooted in Islamic values.
"Although rooted in different historical and cultural backgrounds, our two royal houses share a common legacy of preserving our heritage, upholding our respective institutions and serving our people across generations," the King said after an investiture ceremony at Istana Negara here today.
Sultan Ibrahim highlighted the personal bond between the two monarchs, forged through their respective military training experiences, which he said added a special dimension to their friendship.
Sultan Ibrahim said such efforts could further strengthen educational ties and develop the skills and expertise of the younger generation and public officials.
On regional developments, Sultan Ibrahim expressed concern over the continuing conflict in Middle East, which had threatened Jordan's security.
The King said Malaysia continued to call on all parties to avoid further escalation and work towards an immediate end to the fighting across the region.
On Palestine, Sultan Ibrahim said Malaysia valued Jordan's role in safeguarding the holy sites in Jerusalem and appreciated its continued support for the Palestinian people, describing it as a cause close to the hearts of both countries.
Sultan Ibrahim expressed confidence that King Abdullah II's visit would mark another significant milestone in efforts to build a stronger, forward-looking partnership for future generations. - BERNAMA
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