Background: India and Jordan established diplomatic ties in 1950. While historically viewed through the prism of the Palestine conflict, the PM’s standalone visit in 2025 signals a de-hyphenated foreign policy. Jordan serves as a crucial partner in India's "Link West" policy, acting as a bridge between the Mediterranean and the Gulf.
Basics of Bilateral Ties:
- Fertilizer Diplomacy: Jordan is India’s largest source of Rock Phosphate and phosphoric acid, vital for India’s food security (PM-PRANAM scheme).
- Aqaba Process: An initiative by King Abdullah II for international cooperation against terrorism and radicalization, which India actively supports.
- Palestinian Cause: Jordan is the "Custodian of Holy Sites" in Jerusalem. India’s engagement with Jordan reaffirms support for a Two-State Solution while maintaining ties with Israel.
Significance for UPSC:
- Regional Stability: Jordan is a rare peaceful nation in a region torn by the Syria-Iraq conflicts.
- Energy and Trade: Discussions on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and its potential links to Jordanian ports are critical for GS II questions on global connectivity.
IAS-2026 - OPTIONAL / GEOGRAPHY / PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION / SOCIOLOGY / ANTHROPOLOGY / ORIENTATION ON 03 & 04-10-2025 
