ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES / RankWire.AI / – UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan convened discussions with Jordan’s King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. The agenda centered on enhancing UAE-Jordan relations and exploring avenues for broader bilateral collaboration. Additionally, the leaders examined regional developments in the Middle East and other shared concerns, emphasizing ongoing dialogue on regional security, stability, and sustainable peace. King Abdullah was in the UAE accompanied by a high-ranking Jordanian delegation.
During their talks, both parties reviewed cooperation across the economic, trade, and development sectors within the framework of the UAE-Jordan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Sheikh Mohamed and King Abdullah reaffirmed their dedication to deepening ties in areas vital for national growth and discussed strategies for expanding cooperation aligned with shared interests. Their extensive political and economic relations are complemented by routine high-level discussions, with this latest meeting bringing bilateral development and regional coordination into focus.
Arriving in Abu Dhabi with Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II and Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, King Abdullah was received by Sheikh Mohamed. The delegation was also welcomed by senior UAE officials, including Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Attendees included Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The presence of these senior figures reflected the broad spectrum of bilateral issues addressed during the visit.
UAE-Jordan economic cooperation grows through expanded partnership
The primary vehicle for deepening economic collaboration is the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, signed on October 6, 2024, and effective from May 15, 2025. This marked the UAE’s first comprehensive economic partnership with an Arab nation, maintaining trade liberalization for over 98% of tariff lines. The agreement also encompasses services, investment, digital trade, customs cooperation, and support for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Favoring goods that meet specified rules of origin and technical standards, the accord covers more than 99.5% of the value of UAE exports to Jordan. It introduces procedures to streamline customs processes and bolster investment collaboration. Additionally, designated committees and focal points are established to oversee the agreement’s implementation. Sheikh Mohamed and King Abdullah emphasized that economic, trade, and development cooperation are key priorities for further strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations.
Focus on regional security and stability persists
Another central topic during the Abu Dhabi discussions was regional stability. Sheikh Mohamed and King Abdullah exchanged perspectives on Middle Eastern issues and broader regional security concerns. Both leaders underscored the significance of continued coordination between the UAE and Jordan, linking their joint efforts to initiatives aimed at enhancing security and stability throughout the region. They also reaffirmed their support for peace processes, concentrating their dialogue on shared regional priorities.
Following the conclusion of the talks on Sunday, King Abdullah left the UAE, with Sheikh Mohamed present to see him off alongside senior officials. The visit continued the pattern of regular engagement between the two leaders on bilateral and regional matters. Their discussions in Abu Dhabi blended economic cooperation under the partnership framework with exchanges on developments across the Middle East. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining close bilateral coordination on economic, developmental, and regional issues.