Amman: Jordan and Egypt have solidified their strategic partnership by signing nine agreements aimed at enhancing cooperation in energy, trade, investment, and tourism. The agreements were finalized during the 33rd session of the Jordanian-Egyptian Joint Higher Committee, co-chaired by Jordanian Prime Minister Jafar Hassan and Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly.
According to Jordan News Agency, the discussions between Hassan and Madbouly emphasized the importance of strengthening energy cooperation, particularly regarding electrical interconnection and gas supplies. The leaders described their collaboration as a “model” for the region, highlighting the urgency of accelerating joint infrastructure projects and activating a tripartite cooperation framework with Iraq.
The agreements reflect a shared vision to transform historical ties into concrete development opportunities, as noted by Hassan. He cited the rising trade volumes and increasing Jordanian private sector investments in Egypt as evidence of this vision. The agreements also aim to create job opportunities through expanded regional investment and economic modernization.
On regional issues, the leaders issued a joint condemnation of Israeli actions in Gaza and the occupied West Bank. They called for an immediate end to the conflict in Gaza, the unimpeded flow of humanitarian aid, and a halt to demographic and geographic changes in Palestinian territories. Madbouly emphasized that Jordan and Egypt are fully aligned in rejecting any attempts to alter realities in Gaza or the West Bank.
Support for Syria was also on the agenda, with Hassan expressing Jordan’s readiness to cooperate with the new Syrian government on security, economic, and humanitarian fronts. The agreements signed cover various strategic sectors, including scientific cooperation, consumer protection, finance, local development, and government procurement.
Jordan’s Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Yarub Qudah, reported a 30% increase in trade with Egypt, attributing the growth to improved coordination and economic alignment. An investment forum later this year will spotlight high-potential projects, as announced by Qudah, with Egyptian counterpart Rania Mashat praising the Joint Committee’s role in driving progress.
The talks were attended by high-level delegations from both countries, with ministers responsible for transport, energy, finance, labor, local development, and planning participating. A formal welcoming ceremony for Prime Minister Madbouly included a guard of honor and national anthems.