US and Jordan Trade Deal Boosts Growth and Market Access
New agreement removes barriers and expands opportunities for American exporters.
The White House announced a new trade deal with Jordan. This agreement will remove barriers for US exporters and open up fresh opportunities for key US industries.
Under this deal, Jordan will keep providing duty-free market access for most US goods sent to the kingdom, according to the administration of President Donald Trump.
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said in a statement: "President Trump is deepening our economic and strategic partnerships in the Middle East, reaching deals to unlock new opportunities for American exporters."
The US and Jordan first signed a free trade agreement in 2001. This was a major milestone, making Jordan the first Arab nation to sign such a deal with the US. The agreement ended all customs duties by January 2010.
Yarub Qudah, Jordanian Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, said a 10% tariff rate will apply to Jordanian exports going to the US. Meanwhile, US exports to Jordan will not face any tariffs under the agreement.
"In addition, both countries will work together to eliminate all logistical and trade barriers in order to enhance and strengthen the flow of free trade," Qudah told The National in a statement.
"Today's agreement will also bolster investment attraction between the two countries."
Jordan first faced a 20% tariff in April 2025, along with many other countries affected by Trump's reciprocal tariffs. These tariffs were introduced due to trade imbalances, though Trump later stepped back from higher charges.
Greer told CNBC earlier on Tuesday that more tariffs could be on the way, as Trump's temporary 10% universal import charge is set to expire this Friday. The President announced this broad duty after the Supreme Court blocked his "Liberation Day" tariffs in February.
Trade between Jordan and the US reached $5.34 billion in 2025, according to the US Census Bureau. US exports to Jordan stood at $2.27 billion, resulting in a trade deficit of $802 million for the US.
According to the International Trade Association, Jordan's top import partners in 2024 were China (19%), Saudi Arabia (15.2%), the US (7%), the UAE (4.7%), Germany (3.5%), and India (3.4%).
The main products exported included chemicals (like fertilizers), clothing, mineral products, precious stones, and vegetables.
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