President Mamnoon Hussain received King Abdullah on his arrival here at the Nur Khan Air Base.

A 21-gun salute was presented as King Abdullah alighted from his special aircraft.

A red carpet was rolled out for the visiting dignitary and a contingent of Presidential Body Guards presented a static guard of honour.

Two children attired in traditional dresses presented bouquets to the King of Jordan.

During his stay in the capital, the King Abdullah will hold talks with President Mamnoon Hussain and Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi.

The Foreign Office in a statements said the two sides would discuss bilateral, regional and international matters of mutual interest.

"The visit will provide an opportunity to explore ways and means to further strengthen cooperation in diverse areas of mutual interest, particularly expanding bilateral trade and enhanced investments in Pakistan," the statement said.

Pakistan and Jordan enjoy extremely close and brotherly relations, besides sharing common perceptions on regional and international issues and matters concerning the Muslim Ummah.

The visit of King Abdullah II is expected to give a new impetus to the existing fraternal bonds between the two countries, it added.