Besides championing their agenda for peace, King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan have been strengthening business ties within the private sector during their three day State Visit to India.

The King was present during an important signing between Jordan and India to promote bilateral co-operation in the fields of tourism, agriculture, culture, investment and communications and information technology.

Meanwhile, in an exclusive interview with the Delhi Times, Queen Rania reflected on her role and her efficacious ability to achieve her goals, admitting: "It's not easy being a queen. But then, I get so many opportunities like this everyday. It's very humbling and very rewarding at the same time."

"Being a public figure presents both challenges and opportunities to effect positive change. And I want to make a difference to the world. As far as my public life goes, it entails some ceremonial obligations. I talk to people and find out what they need and want."

The Queen showed no hesitation in summing up in just one word the success of her relationship with her husband, King Abdullah. The secret ingredient?

"Teamwork! While my husband obviously has more of a political and economic role, I complement him by working with civil society organisations."

"He is interested in my work and I am interested in his; we have to be because everything we do is so inter-related. We are each other's biggest fans and toughest critics."

However, Queen Rania displayed a little meekness when asked about her inclusion in Forbes magazine's list of the world's most powerful women, revealing: "I am flattered by Forbes' assessment, but I never think of myself in these terms. My day-to-day work revolves around the quest for social justice, that's what drives me."

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Name: RaniaMania!

Comment: Yeah, it's amazing how great Royalty are... especially when they do ordinary things, that most normal people enjoy on a regular basis. It's too bad we can't hold them to a higher standard given that they spend millions of dollars on trivial items for their luxury when their citizens enjoy one of the world's highest unemployment rates. Isn't it amazing? I mean, she is so fantastic! She's everything a woman shouldn't be - a big mouth and no brains!

Name: Carol B.	Comment: I admire her and the way she faces her daily challenges. She reminds me of Diana in some ways, but then Rania has a supportive husband to help and guide her rather than a petulant little boy.

Name: Kate

Comment: Queen Rania is truly a role model for all women from all countries.. She is just young enough to interest anyone 35 and under and also even at my age, I take my hat off to her.Of course Queen Noor is also amazing in how she works with different groups and helps wherever she is needed. These two women, should be given ever bit of recognition possible for the works they do. I always thought that , with Diana coming into her own and ( without Dodi) growing as she was at the end, she may have focused on Queen Noor as a role model..Ah well............

Name: Trudie	Comment: Queen Rania is beautiful inside and out. She seems to be more in touch with the people than most royals and always with a smile.

Name: Ompeng	Comment: Rania is one of the hardest working royal I know. She is brave, real, and compassionate. She is successful in her own right, but with her husband's backing she's even more. More power to her.