The United States and Jordan have unveiled a new trade agreement designed to enhance economic collaboration, reduce trade barriers, and create fresh opportunities for businesses in both countries. This deal allows most American goods to continue enjoying duty-free entry into Jordan, while both nations commit to eliminating logistical and trade hurdles to bolster the flow of commerce.

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer highlighted that the agreement aligns with President Donald Trump’s initiatives to strengthen economic and strategic ties in the Middle East, aiming to open new avenues for American exporters. Meanwhile, Jordan’s Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Yarub Qudah, noted that while Jordanian exports to the US will incur a 10 percent tariff, US exports to Jordan will remain duty-free under the existing free-trade agreement. He emphasized that this arrangement is anticipated to stimulate increased investment between the two nations.

Back in 2001, the US and Jordan signed a free-trade pact, marking Jordan as the first Arab nation to establish such a treaty with Washington. By 2010, all duties under this agreement had been abolished. This historical context underpins the current efforts to further deepen economic ties, reflecting a longstanding partnership between the two countries.

Trade between the US and Jordan reached a total of $5.34 billion in 2025, according to US government figures. Jordan’s primary exports include chemicals, garments, mineral products, and precious stones, while its significant import partners comprise China, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates.