The United States and Jordan have cemented a new trade deal intended to bolster economic collaboration, dismantle trade barriers, and unlock potential business ventures for companies in both nations. This agreement ensures that Jordan continues to offer duty-free entry for a majority of American goods, while both countries collaborate to eliminate logistical and trade challenges to enhance commercial exchanges.
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer emphasized that this agreement aligns with President Donald Trump’s initiatives to fortify economic and strategic alliances in the Middle East, as well as to create new avenues for American exporters. Meanwhile, Yarub Qudah, Jordan’s Minister of Industry, Trade, and Supply, highlighted that Jordanian exports to the United States will be subject to a 10 percent tariff. In contrast, American exports to Jordan will maintain their duty-free status under the existing free-trade framework, a move anticipated to increase bilateral investments.
The US and Jordan first established a free-trade agreement in 2001, marking Jordan as the pioneer among Arab nations to enter such an accord with Washington. By 2010, all tariffs under this agreement had been phased out, facilitating smoother trade relations. According to US government data, trade between the two countries reached $5.34 billion in 2025, underscoring the economic interdependence between them.
Jordan’s primary export goods encompass chemicals, garments, mineral products, and precious stones. The country’s leading import partners include China, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates. This new trade arrangement is expected to further solidify Jordan’s economic ties with the United States while expanding opportunities for both nations’ enterprises.