Statement of the Department of Foreign Affairs on the Visit of President Rodrigo Duterte to Jordan

29 August 2018 — Upon the invitation of His Majesty King Abdullah II, the President will visit the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan on 05 to 08 September 2018.

The Official Visit of the President reaffirms and renews the Philippines’ ties with Jordan. The President will hold talks with King Abdullah II on broadening cooperation in key areas to advance shared aspirations for greater peace, progress and prosperity.

The President is expected to discuss with His Majesty King Abdullah II a wide range of issues of mutual concern to the Philippines and Jordan.

On this important visit, the first to be made by a Philippine President to Jordan, business leaders from both countries will likewise meet to explore ways of increasing two way trade and investments.

The President will also meet with members of the Filipino community in Jordan, in line with the Duterte Administration’s thrust of empowering Filipinos overseas and enhancing their well-being. END