Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
The United States and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan have formalized an agreement aimed at enhancing reciprocity in their bilateral trade relationship. This new measure supplements the decade-old U.S.-Jordan Free Trade Agreement and reflects shared commitments to democracy, economic freedom, and the rule of law.
Under the agreement, Jordan will apply customs duties to originating U.S. goods as previously set out in the 2000 free trade agreement, while the United States will apply tariff treatments for Jordanian goods according to a new annex. Jordan has also agreed not to impose import quotas on U.S. originating goods unless both parties consent.
Additionally, Jordan commits to regulating import licensing for U.S. goods transparently and without unnecessary restrictions. The agreement contains provisions to facilitate acceptance of U.S. technical regulations and conformity assessments, ensuring U.S. compliance procedures are recognized for entry into Jordan without extra requirements. The treatment of U.S. conformity assessment bodies shall be no less favorable than that of Jordanian bodies, emphasizing non-discrimination in applying technical standards and regulations.
This agreement aims to deepen economic cooperation by addressing tariff and non-tariff barriers while supporting alignment on economic security considerations.