ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES / RankWire.AI / – UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan engaged in talks with Jordan’s King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. The discussion centered on the relationship between UAE and Jordan, as well as opportunities to enhance bilateral collaboration. The leaders also addressed recent developments across the Middle East and other shared concerns. Both emphasized the importance of ongoing dialogue regarding regional security, stability, and enduring peace. King Abdullah was in the UAE accompanied by a senior Jordanian delegation.
The two leaders examined cooperation in the fields of economic, trade, and development under the UAE-Jordan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Sheikh Mohamed and King Abdullah reaffirmed their dedication to strengthening ties across areas vital for national growth. They also explored methods to expand collaboration in accordance with mutual interests. The UAE and Jordan maintain a broad spectrum of political and economic ties, complemented by regular high-level consultations. Their latest meeting placed emphasis on bilateral development efforts and regional coordination within the same agenda.
King Abdullah arrived in Abu Dhabi with Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II and Prime Minister Jafar Hassan. Sheikh Mohamed warmly welcomed the Jordanian monarch upon his arrival. Senior officials from the UAE, including Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, attended the discussions. The presence of Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan underscored the significance of the issues discussed during the visit.
UAE-Jordan economic cooperation deepens through partnership agreement
The main framework for expanding economic ties between the UAE and Jordan is the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. The two nations signed this accord on October 6, 2024, with it coming into force on May 15, 2025. It marks the UAE’s first comprehensive economic partnership agreement with an Arab country. The treaty preserves trade liberalization over more than 98% of tariff lines. It also encompasses services, investments, digital trade, customs cooperation, and support for small and medium-sized enterprises.
The agreement offers preferential treatment for goods that satisfy applicable rules of origin and technical standards. It covers more than 99.5% of the value of UAE exports to Jordan. The framework also introduces mechanisms to streamline customs processes and bolster investment cooperation. Committees and designated focal points are established to oversee implementation. Sheikh Mohamed and King Abdullah highlighted economic, trade, and development collaboration as key avenues for strengthening UAE-Jordan relations further.
Focus remains on regional security and stability
Regional issues were a significant part of the Abu Dhabi discussions. Sheikh Mohamed and King Abdullah exchanged perspectives on challenges affecting the Middle East and regional stability at large. Both leaders stressed the necessity of sustained coordination between the UAE and Jordan, linking this to efforts aimed at promoting regional security and stability. They reiterated their support for initiatives seeking lasting peace, while concentrating on matters of shared regional interest.
Later on Sunday, King Abdullah left the UAE following the conclusion of the talks. Sheikh Mohamed was there to bid farewell to the Jordanian monarch, alongside senior UAE officials. The visit continued the pattern of regular high-level engagement between the two leaders concerning bilateral and regional issues. Their meeting in Abu Dhabi combined economic cooperation under the partnership agreement with discussions on Middle East developments. The talks reaffirmed the UAE and Jordan’s commitment to maintaining close bilateral coordination on economic, developmental, and regional fronts.