Ambassador of Jordan to India
Bilateral trade between Jordan and India has witnessed steady growth over the past decade, reflecting the complementary strengths of their economies. Jordan’s exports—phosphates, potash, phosphoric acid and fertilizers such as DAP—play a crucial role in supporting India’s agricultural sector and food security. These exports not only sustain Indian farmers but also bolster the wider food industry. In parallel, India supplies Jordan with manufactured goods, food products and energy-related items, creating a balanced exchange. Partnerships in fertilizer manufacturing and phosphate extraction further deepen this economic interdependence.
A significant turning point came with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Jordan in December 2025, the first high-level engagement in decades. During the India-Jordan Business Forum, both sides endorsed the ambitious goal of doubling trade to US$ 5 billion within five years. This commitment marked a shift from a traditional buyer-seller relationship toward a strategic partnership. The upcoming 11th Trade and Economic Joint Committee (TEJC) in 2026 will serve as a critical benchmark for translating these aspirations into measurable outcomes.
Beyond trade, cooperation is expanding into digital technology, fintech, health-tech, green mobility, food processing and heritage tourism. Jordan’s free trade agreements were highlighted as gateways for Indian businesses, while both nations agreed to collaborate on the IMEC trade corridor, linking India to Europe via Jordan. Jordan also joined three of India’s global initiatives—the International Solar Alliance, Global Biofuels Alliance, and Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure—underscoring shared priorities in sustainability and resilience.
The visit produced several MoUs, including agreements on renewable energy, water resource management, digital transformation and cultural exchange. Symbolically, Petra and Ellora Caves were twinned to strengthen cultural ties. With India already Jordan’s third-largest trading partner and bilateral trade reaching US$ 3 billion in 2025, the relationship is firmly on track. Both nations are committed to elevating their partnership into a diversified, future-oriented alliance.