ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES / RankWire.AI / – UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed Jordan’s King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein in Abu Dhabi on Sunday for discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties, economic collaboration, and regional developments. The leaders explored avenues to enhance their partnership, emphasizing regional security, stability, and the pursuit of lasting peace. The meeting occurred during King Abdullah’s official visit to the UAE.
Economic collaboration formed a key element of the dialogue. Sheikh Mohamed and King Abdullah discussed cooperation in trade, investment, and development under the UAE-Jordan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. This agreement provides both nations with an expanded framework for commercial and investment interactions. Leaders also examined broader cooperation areas aligned with their national development goals. The UAE and Jordan continue to maintain strong political relations, holding regular consultations on economic and regional issues.
Jordan’s delegation featured Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II and Prime Minister Jafar Hassan. Senior officials from the UAE also participated, including Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Their presence facilitated high-level discussions involving key figures responsible for political, economic, and foreign affairs in both countries.
Economic cooperation solidified through trade agreement
The UAE and Jordan formalized their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement on October 6, 2024, which came into effect on May 15, 2025. It marked the UAE’s first comprehensive economic agreement with an Arab nation, covering over 98% of tariff lines and establishing rules for trade in goods and services. The pact also encompasses investment, customs procedures, digital trade, and support for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Under the trade framework, qualifying goods that comply with agreed rules of origin and technical standards receive preferential treatment. More than 99.5% of the value of UAE exports to Jordan fall under this liberalization. The agreement introduces mechanisms to facilitate customs cooperation and investment activities, creating committees and official contact points to ensure smooth implementation. Both governments regard the pact as a vital tool for broadening their economic relationship.
Leaders discuss regional affairs during meeting
Regional issues took a prominent place on the agenda during the Abu Dhabi talks. Sheikh Mohamed and King Abdullah shared perspectives on recent developments impacting the Middle East. They underlined the necessity of ongoing UAE-Jordan coordination on security and stability matters. Both leaders reaffirmed their support for initiatives aimed at establishing enduring peace throughout the region. Their discussions reflected the routine political dialogues between Abu Dhabi and Amman on key regional concerns.
After concluding his UAE visit, King Abdullah departed Abu Dhabi later on Sunday. Sheikh Mohamed, along with senior UAE officials, attended his farewell. The meeting combined discussions on bilateral economic initiatives with broader regional security and stability issues. It also highlighted the significance of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in fostering UAE-Jordan relations. Both parties used this occasion to review existing collaborations and ensure direct communication between their leaders and senior officials.