Under the invitation of President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China, King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of Jordan visited the People's Republic of China from August 18th to 24th, 2026.
During the visit, President Xi Jinping held fruitful talks with King Abdullah II. He emphasized the need to continue to transform the friendly bilateral strategic partnership into more comprehensive practical cooperation in various fields, and to strengthen cooperation on international and regional issues of common concern. Chinese Premier Li Keqiang and Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Zhao Leji met with King Abdullah II, exchanging in-depth views on further consolidating China-Jordan traditional friendship and deepening strategic cooperation.
This is a statement for both sides:
I. Both parties emphasized that since China and Austria established diplomatic relations in 1977, especially since their bilateral relations were elevated to the level of strategic partnerships in 2015, both countries have continuously worked together. Political trust between the two nations has been strengthened, practical cooperation has yielded tangible results, cultural exchanges have continued to develop, and multilateral cooperation has become increasingly close. These efforts serve the interests of both friendly countries and their peoples, and align with the respective positions and priorities of both parties. Both parties agreed to take the preparation for celebrating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Austria in 2027 as an opportunity to deepen the strategic partnership between China and Austria.
II. Both parties express satisfaction with the positive atmosphere during the visit and appreciate the high level of strategic partnership between the two countries in various fields. They agree to continue strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation to achieve the interests of both countries and their peoples. Both parties agree to enhance cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, energy, minerals, agriculture, tourism, education, culture, health, journalism, human resources, and social welfare. They also agree to explore expanded cooperation in emerging economic fields such as the green economy, digital economy, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing. Both parties will strengthen industrial and development cooperation to achieve common prosperity. Both parties believe that the digital economy is an important direction for global economic development, and they are willing to enhance cooperation in this area. Both parties emphasize the need to strengthen tourism cooperation and take practical measures to achieve this goal, including establishing direct flights between the two countries as soon as possible. Both parties also emphasize the need to open up broader prospects for cooperation in environmental protection fields between the two countries. The Chinese side values the proposal to establish the Secretariat of the Convention on Marine Biological Diversity in Xiamen, China.
III. Both parties agree to further strengthen law enforcement and judicial cooperation, working together to combat transnational crime and organized crime.
IV. Both parties wish to strengthen coordination and cooperation in the field of counter-terrorism, jointly combat all terrorist organizations listed by the United Nations Security Council, and strongly support each other’s counter-terrorism efforts.
5. The Party of Five appreciates the concept of building a community with a shared future for mankind proposed by President Xi Jinping, as well as major initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative, the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, the Global Civilization Initiative, and the Global Governance Initiative. The Chinese side also recognizes the important role played by King Abdullah II in achieving security, stability, and justice in the Middle East region, as well as in promoting regional economic cooperation. It believes that this contributes to the comprehensive development of the region’s economy and the promotion of international economic cooperation.
VI. Both parties emphasize their willingness to maintain regular coordination on issues of common concern and to continuously strengthen political trust. The parties reaffirm their commitment to the one-China principle, and support China in achieving national unity. Taiwan is an inalienable part of Chinese territory, and the Government of the People’s Republic of China is the only legitimate government representing all of China.
VII. Yue Fang expresses admiration for the four proposals put forward by President Xi Jinping in April 2026 regarding maintaining and promoting peace and stability in the Middle East.
VIII. Both sides emphasized the need to consolidate the ceasefire in Gaza and ensure that humanitarian aid is delivered to Gaza immediately, in sufficient quantities, and without obstruction. The Chinese side appreciated Jordan’s important role in transporting humanitarian aid to Gaza, and stressed the core importance of Jordanian land routes for delivering humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians in Gaza. The Jordanian side also appreciated China’s constructive role in alleviating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Both sides emphasized that any arrangements regarding Gaza should ensure the principle of “Palestinians governing Gaza,” maintain the unity of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, and prepare for the restoration of the Palestinian National Authority’s functions. Both sides stressed the need to support the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine refugees in the Middle East, enabling it to carry out its duties in accordance with United Nations mandates.
IX. Both parties express deep concern over the escalating actions taken by Israel in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, including violent activities by settlers, land confiscation, construction and expansion of settlements, and attempts to alter the existing historical and legal status of Islamic and Christian sites in Jerusalem. Both parties emphasize that all illegal attempts to annex part or all of the occupied territory in the West Bank are invalid and constitute a violation of international law and United Nations resolutions. They stress that the “two-state solution” is the only way to achieve a just and lasting peace, and call for concrete measures to establish an independent Palestinian state based on the borders of June 4, 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital, thereby ensuring territorial sovereignty. Both parties emphasize the need to support Palestine in becoming a full member of the United Nations. The Jordanian side appreciates China’s strong support for the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people and its significant efforts to promote peace processes.
10. The Chinese side supports the historical right of the Hashim family to guardianship over the Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem, held by King Abdullah II. It also supports his role in maintaining the existing historical and legal status of these holy sites.
11. Both parties emphasized the need to maintain the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, and to reach a comprehensive solution through dialogue and negotiation that would eliminate the roots of tensions. It is important to ensure respect for the sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity of regional countries. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital passage for international trade in goods and energy, and it should be restored to normal traffic.
12. Both parties emphasized the need to firmly uphold the international system centered around the United Nations, the international order based on international law, and the basic norms of international relations that are grounded in the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter. Both parties stressed the importance of respecting national sovereignty and territorial integrity, adhering to the principle of good-neighborliness and friendship, not interfering in other countries’ internal affairs, and resolving disputes between nations through dialogue and diplomatic means.
13. Both parties emphasized the importance of respecting international humanitarian law and not politicizing human rights issues. The Chinese side supported Jordan in hosting a high-level meeting on international humanitarian law, in order to strengthen joint efforts to ensure the compliance and application of international humanitarian law.
14. Both parties express satisfaction with the successful outcome of the visit and the positive results that contributed to strengthening the friendly relations between the two countries.
15. King Abdullah II expressed his heartfelt gratitude and high appreciation for the warm and friendly hospitality received by President Xi Jinping and the Chinese government and people. At the end of his visit, he invited President Xi Jinping to visit Jordan at a time agreed upon by both sides.
Heads of State of both countries jointly witnessed the signing of multiple agreements and memorandums that will help strengthen bilateral friendly cooperation.
