{"id":91416,"date":"2025-11-16T21:30:46","date_gmt":"2025-11-16T16:30:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/?p=91416"},"modified":"2025-11-16T20:48:38","modified_gmt":"2025-11-16T15:48:38","slug":"king-abdullah-ii-ibn-al-hussein-visits-gids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/pakistan\/king-abdullah-ii-ibn-al-hussein-visits-gids\/","title":{"rendered":"King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein visits GIDS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>RAWALPINDI: King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Supreme Commander of the Jordan Armed Forces, accompanied by Princess Salma bint Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein and a delegation of Jordanian civil and military officials, visited<a href=\"https:\/\/dailyausaf.com\/en\/technology\/pakistan-launches-rasoob-250-cruise-missile-at-ideas-2024\/\"> Global Industrial and Defence Solutions<\/a> (GIDS).<\/p>\n<p>Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), along with other senior officials, received the royal guests at the venue, said an ISPR news release.<\/p>\n<p>During the visit, he was given a comprehensive briefing on the structure, capabilities, and product portfolio of GIDS.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1110875 td-animation-stack-type0-2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-297x300.jpeg?x75699\" sizes=\"(max-width: 707px) 100vw, 707px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-297x300.jpeg 297w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-1015x1024.jpeg 1015w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-150x151.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-768x775.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-416x420.jpeg 416w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-300x303.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-696x702.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-1068x1077.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM.jpeg 1269w\" alt=\"King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein visits GIDS\" width=\"707\" height=\"714\" \/><br \/>\nThe briefing showcased Pakistan\u2019s progress in indigenous defence production, technological innovation, and potential avenues for bilateral defence cooperation between Pakistan and Jordan.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1110876 td-animation-stack-type0-2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-300x248.jpeg?x75699\" sizes=\"(max-width: 713px) 100vw, 713px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-300x248.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1024x845.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-768x634.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1536x1267.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-509x420.jpeg 509w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-150x124.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-696x574.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1068x881.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM.jpeg 1600w\" alt=\"King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein visits GIDS\" width=\"713\" height=\"589\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Later, King Abdullah II visited the Tilla Field Firing Ranges. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif also graced the occasion.<\/p>\n<p>Vugar Valeh oglu Mustafayev, Minister of Defence Industry of the Republic of Azerbaijan, was also amongst the distinguished guests at the Firing Ranges.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1110887 td-animation-stack-type0-2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.52-PM-1-300x139.jpeg?x75699\" sizes=\"(max-width: 688px) 100vw, 688px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.52-PM-1-300x139.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.52-PM-1-1024x474.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.52-PM-1-768x355.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.52-PM-1-1536x710.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.52-PM-1-908x420.jpeg 908w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.52-PM-1-150x69.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.52-PM-1-696x322.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.52-PM-1-1068x494.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.52-PM-1.jpeg 1600w\" alt=\"King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein visits GIDS\" width=\"688\" height=\"319\" \/><\/p>\n<p>King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein and distinguished guests witnessed a joint fire and maneuver exercise.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1110890 td-animation-stack-type0-2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-1-300x171.jpeg?x75699\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-1-300x171.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-1-1024x582.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-1-768x437.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-1-738x420.jpeg 738w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-1-150x85.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-1-696x396.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-1-1068x607.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.55-PM-1.jpeg 1280w\" alt=\"King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein visits GIDS\" width=\"691\" height=\"394\" \/><br \/>\nThe exercise demonstrated multi-domain operations, including conventional and air firepower, coordinated maneuvers, and spectrum warfare capabilities supported by multi-purpose drones employed in various configurations and roles.<\/p>\n<p>King Abdullah II appreciated the high standards of training, professionalism, and operational capabilities and preparedness demonstrated by the participating troops and aircrews.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1110891 td-animation-stack-type0-2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1-300x200.jpeg?x75699\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 699px) 100vw, 699px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1-630x420.jpeg 630w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1-696x464.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1-1068x713.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.54-PM-1.jpeg 1280w\" alt=\"King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein visits GIDS\" width=\"699\" height=\"466\" \/><\/p>\n<p>On the occasion, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif expressed Pakistan\u2019s deep respect and affection for King Abdullah II and the people of Jordan, noting that the visit reflects the enduring friendship, mutual trust, and a shared desire for peace and development.<\/p>\n<p>During the visit, COAS underscored the strong defence partnership between Pakistan and the Hashemite Kingdom.<br \/>\nThe Field Marshal reiterated Pakistan\u2019s commitment to further enhancing military-to-military cooperation with Jordan and jointly realising the mutual vision of a stable and peaceful region.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1110892 td-animation-stack-type0-2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.58-PM-300x141.jpeg?x75699\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 698px) 100vw, 698px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.58-PM-300x141.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.58-PM-1024x482.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.58-PM-768x361.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.58-PM-1536x723.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.58-PM-892x420.jpeg 892w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.58-PM-150x71.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.58-PM-696x328.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.58-PM-1068x503.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-16-at-7.06.58-PM.jpeg 1600w\" alt=\"King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein visits GIDS\" width=\"698\" height=\"328\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Earlier, King Abdullah II conferred upon the COAS the Order of the Military Merit of First Degree, in recognition of his outstanding service and significant contributions to strengthening military cooperation between the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and Pakistan.<\/p>\n<p>King Abdullah II is on a two-day visit to Pakistan, which marks a significant milestone in reinforcing the historic bonds of fraternity and brotherhood between Pakistan and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>RAWALPINDI: King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Supreme Commander of the Jordan Armed Forces, accompanied by Princess Salma bint Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein and a delegation of Jordanian civil and military officials, 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