Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
President Donald J. Trump announced a new trade deal with Jordan, known as the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade. The agreement aims to remove longstanding trade barriers affecting U.S. exporters and provides new access for key U.S. industries. Its goal is to reinforce peace, bolster regional cooperation, and enhance supply chain resilience. Commitments include jointly addressing non-market policies of third countries and cooperating on investment security, export controls, and duty evasion.
Under the terms of the agreement, Jordan will continue offering duty-free market access for nearly all U.S. goods and has committed to enforcing environmental laws and protecting labor rights, including banning the importation of goods produced by forced labor. Jordan also plans to strengthen intellectual property protections, ensure fair trade practices, and enhance customs procedures to improve trade relations.
The agreement prioritizes removing non-tariff barriers and expanding market access for U.S. agricultural products and motor vehicles. It also seeks to align economic and national security interests between the two nations, aiming to boost supply chain resilience and innovation.
This deal builds upon the established economic relationship between the United States and Jordan, including the U.S.-Jordan Free Trade Agreement that began in December 2001. The announcement highlights the strategic partnership between the two countries and aims to support American workers and industries while protecting national security and supply chains.
Jordan has made historic commitments to investing in American industry, such as Royal Jordanian Airlines' acquisition of six Boeing aircraft.