Monday, 25 May 2026
Jordan lauds ties with Egypt on 80th anniversary
Jordan’s ambassador to Egypt, Amjad Adaileh, said Jordan takes pride in its long‑standing and solid relations with Egypt, as the two countries mark the 80th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties.
In remarks to the press, Adaileh described the relationship as a key diplomatic milestone built on decades of political coordination, geographical proximity and shared interests. He said both countries were committed to strengthening their strategic partnership and expanding cooperation in ways that meet the aspirations of their peoples.
Adaileh noted that Jordan and Egypt launched diplomatic ties in May 1946, coinciding with Jordan’s independence. He said this historical overlap adds weight and significance to the relationship, which has remained strong across changing regional circumstances.
He stressed that political alignment, close coordination and continuous consultation between the leaderships of the two countries have shaped a model of productive cooperation in the region. He added that the relationship has remained resilient despite regional instability.
The ambassador highlighted the breadth of bilateral cooperation, particularly in economic, commercial and development fields. He pointed to the long‑standing joint higher committee, considered the most enduring of its kind in the Arab region, which is preparing for its 34th session.
Adaileh said the strong ties reflect the joint resolve and forward‑looking vision of King Abdullah II and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al‑Sisi. He noted that since 2014 the two leaders have held around 30 bilateral visits, an unprecedented number in regional diplomatic relations. Their most recent meeting was in Cairo on February 1, 2026, followed by several phone calls in February and March.
He said regional developments — including the war in Gaza, the wider US‑Israeli‑Iranian conflict, and Iranian attacks on Jordan and Gulf countries — have pushed Amman and Cairo to intensify coordination. He underlined the consistency of Jordanian and Egyptian positions on the Palestinian cause and their rejection of forced displacement.
Adaileh said cooperation covers diplomacy, security and humanitarian efforts aimed at supporting Palestinians and defending their rights in international forums. He described the Palestinian issue as a central pillar of the foreign policy of both kingdoms.
On the economic front, he said bilateral cooperation continues to advance despite regional and global challenges. He highlighted major joint projects, including Jordan’s National Water Carrier Project, valued at 5.8 billion dollars, which involves Egyptian companies such as Orascom Construction and Arab Contractors.
Jordanian‑Egyptian trade reached 1.13 billion dollars in 2025. Jordan’s exports to Egypt totaled 226.7 million dollars, while imports from Egypt amounted to 907.4 million dollars. Key Jordanian exports include fertilizers, tobacco, plastics, machinery and pharmaceuticals. Major imports from Egypt include fuels, agricultural products, oils, garments and electrical equipment.
Egypt hosts 3,764 Jordanian companies with investments valued at around three billion dollars, while Egyptian investments in Jordan totaled 568.6 million dollars in 2023. One of the most prominent ventures is the Jordanian‑Egyptian Fajr company, which manages natural‑gas supply projects between the two countries.
Adaileh also pointed to strong cultural and educational ties, with equal numbers of Jordanian students in Egypt and Egyptian students in Jordan, and steady tourism and investment‑related travel between both sides.