JAKARTA, Indonesia — King Abdullah II of Jordan and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto convened on Friday to bolster military cooperation and economic partnerships between their two Muslim-majority nations. The leaders, who share a decades-long personal bond rooted in their time as alumni of the U.S. Fort Benning military academy, emphasized the importance of deepening bilateral ties during Abdullah’s state visit to Indonesia. This visit marks the fourth leg of the king’s Asian tour, which includes stops in Japan, Vietnam, Singapore, and Pakistan. The discussions between the two leaders underscored their shared commitment to enhancing collaboration in defense, intelligence, and economic development. Notably, the leaders oversaw the signing of agreements, including intelligence-sharing initiatives related to Gaza, reflecting Jordan’s pivotal role in supporting Indonesia’s humanitarian efforts in the region. Additionally, Abdullah’s visit included meetings with representatives of Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund, Danantara Indonesia, to explore opportunities for sustainable investments that align with Indonesia’s economic growth and global partnerships. Despite modest Jordanian investments in Indonesia, totaling $5.41 million in the first quarter of 2024, both nations expressed optimism about expanding trade and economic cooperation. The visit also highlighted the leaders’ personal rapport, with Subianto hosting Abdullah at his private residence—a rare gesture underscoring their close relationship. Abdullah’s trip concluded with his departure to Pakistan for further diplomatic engagements.