The United States and Jordan have unveiled a new trade deal designed to enhance economic collaboration, reduce trade impediments, and create fresh opportunities for businesses in both nations. As part of the agreement, Jordan will maintain duty-free access for the majority of American goods entering the country, while both countries will collaborate to eliminate logistical and trade barriers to bolster commerce.
According to US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, this agreement aligns with President Donald Trump’s initiative to strengthen economic and strategic alliances in the Middle East and to explore new markets for American exporters. Meanwhile, Jordan’s Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Yarub Qudah, noted that Jordanian exports to the United States will incur a 10 percent tariff, whereas US exports to Jordan will continue to be exempt under the existing free-trade agreement. This new arrangement is anticipated to enhance investment between the two countries.
Historically, the United States and Jordan signed a free-trade agreement in 2001, marking Jordan as the first Arab nation to enter such a pact with Washington. By 2010, all duties under this agreement had been abolished, facilitating a robust trade relationship between the two countries.
In 2025, trade between the United States and Jordan reached a total of $5.34 billion, as reported by US government data. Jordan primarily exports chemicals, garments, mineral products, and precious stones. The country’s main import partners include China, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates.