The United States and Jordan have forged a new trade agreement designed to enhance economic collaboration, dismantle trade barriers, and foster business opportunities for both nations. This arrangement ensures that American goods will largely continue to enjoy duty-free entry into Jordan, while both countries commit to addressing logistical and trade challenges to facilitate smoother commercial exchanges.
According to US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, this deal aligns with the initiatives of President Donald Trump to strengthen economic and strategic ties in the Middle East, thereby unlocking new markets for American exporters. Meanwhile, Jordan’s Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Yarub Qudah, highlighted that Jordanian exports to the US will incur a 10 percent tariff, whereas US exports will remain duty-free under the current free-trade agreement. The minister anticipates that this agreement will significantly enhance investment flows between the two nations.
The trade relationship between the US and Jordan was initially formalized with a free-trade agreement in 2001, marking Jordan as the first Arab nation to enter such a pact with the United States. By 2010, all duties under this agreement had been abolished. This longstanding partnership has facilitated a robust trade relationship, further evidenced by the $5.34 billion trade volume recorded in 2025, as per US government statistics.
Jordan’s primary exports include items such as chemicals, garments, mineral products, and precious stones. Its major import partners encompass China, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates. By continuing to nurture their economic bond, both the US and Jordan aim to capitalize on these existing trade flows and expand their economic horizons.