The United States and Jordan have reached a new trade agreement designed to enhance economic collaboration, lower trade barriers, and create additional opportunities for businesses in both nations. This agreement will see Jordan maintain duty-free access for the majority of American products entering the country. Meanwhile, both countries will work collectively to eliminate logistical and trade obstacles to facilitate smoother commercial exchanges.
According to US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, this deal exemplifies President Donald Trump’s initiative to strengthen economic and strategic ties in the Middle East while opening up new markets for American exporters. The agreement is seen as a continuation of efforts to deepen bilateral trade relationships and ensure mutually beneficial outcomes for both countries.
Jordan’s Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Yarub Qudah, noted that Jordanian exports to the United States would be subjected to a 10 percent tariff, whereas American exports to Jordan will remain tariff-free under the existing free-trade agreement framework. He expressed optimism that the agreement would lead to increased investment activities between the two nations, fostering economic growth and collaboration.
The foundational free-trade agreement between the US and Jordan was signed in 2001, marking Jordan as the first Arab nation to formalize such a pact with Washington. By 2010, all duties under this agreement were abolished, paving the way for a more seamless trade relationship. In 2025, trade between the two countries reached a total of $5.34 billion, according to US government data.
Jordan’s key exports to the United States include chemicals, garments, mineral products, and precious stones, while its primary import partners are China, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates. Through the new agreement, both nations aim to build on their historical ties and explore further avenues for economic partnership.
