Jordan's Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Yarub Qudah, said that the Kingdom's foreign trade results for the first quarter of 2026 reflect the resilience of the national economy and the ability of Jordanian productive sectors to maintain their presence in international markets despite regional and economic challenges.
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In a press statement, Qudah noted that national exports increased by 1.6% during the first quarter of 2026, reaching JD 2.129 billion, describing the growth as a positive indicator of the increasing competitiveness of Jordanian products and their expanding access to global markets.
He added that export performance was driven primarily by several value-added industrial sectors, notably:
Garments and apparel
Crude potash
Pharmaceutical preparations
According to the minister, this reflects the diversity of Jordan’s production base and its ability to meet the requirements of various international markets.
Strong Growth in Key Export Markets
Qudah highlighted significant increases in Jordanian exports to several major markets:
Syria: up 45.3%
China: up 74.1%
European Union countries: up 69.9%
He said these gains demonstrate the success of government efforts and private-sector initiatives to open new markets and strengthen trade relations with key economic partners.
Improved Trade Performance
The minister explained that these positive indicators are the result of government policies aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of national industries, improving the business environment, facilitating trade, and implementing the objectives of Jordan’s Economic Modernization Vision.
He added that the ministry continues to work closely with the private sector to address challenges facing exporters and maximize the benefits of Jordan’s free trade agreements with regional and international markets.
Qudah also noted that imports declined by 2.9% during the same period, contributing to a 6.3% reduction in the trade deficit, which fell to JD 1.907 billion.
In addition, the ratio of total exports to imports improved to 59%, which he described as a positive sign of strengthening trade performance.
Continued Support for Export Growth
The minister affirmed that the ministry will continue implementing programs designed to support exports, develop external markets, and increase the value-added component of Jordanian industries.
These efforts are aligned with the goals of the Economic Modernization Vision, which seeks to:
Increase national exports
Stimulate industrial investment
Create quality employment opportunities for Jordanians across all governorates
He emphasized that strengthening Jordan’s position as a regional hub for production and exports remains a key priority for the government.
