Amman, April 1 (Petra) – Jordan’s trade exchange with Syria underwent a profound transformation in 2025, characterized by a sharp, multi-sectoral expansion signaling a return to pre-crisis economic synergy. Data finalized by the Amman Chamber of Commerce confirms that total bilateral trade surged to JD 334 million last year, a nearly three-fold increase over the JD 116 million recorded in 2024. This aggressive growth trajectory aligns with recent Standard & Poor’s (S&P) assessments, which credit the reopening of the Syrian market as a primary catalyst for Jordan’s projected 3.0% GDP growth in the current fiscal year.
The statistical shift marks a significant departure from the stagnant performance observed between 2019 and 2024, a period where Jordanian exports were largely constrained below the JD 70 million threshold. By the end of 2025, however, Jordanian exports spiked to JD 252 million, driven primarily by high-demand industrial outputs including cement, iron, marble, and specialized chemical products. Conversely, Jordanian imports from the Syrian market climbed to JD 82 million, with a strategic focus on agricultural commodities and raw materials such as anise, cumin, and fresh produce.
Khalil Haj Tawfiq, Chairman of the Amman Chamber of Commerce, identified the stabilization of the Jaber-Nassib border crossing as the operational backbone of this recovery. Beyond direct sales, the Syrian market has reclaimed its status as a vital logistical corridor for Jordanian goods entering broader regional and European supply chains. This integration is further evidenced by the 3,857 Syrian partners currently registered with the Chamber, representing a combined investment capital of JD 181 million across the Kingdom’s service and commercial sectors.
Fathi Jaghbir, Chairman of the Jordan and Amman Chambers of Industry, characterized the 355% year-on-year growth rate as a reflection of unprecedented dynamism fueled by regional reconstruction efforts. He noted that Jordanian manufacturers have demonstrated significant agility in pivoting toward Syrian infrastructure needs, particularly in the fields of photovoltaic cells and industrial conductors. As both nations transition toward the activation of the Higher Coordination Council in 2026, the bilateral relationship is moving beyond basic commodity exchange into a more sophisticated phase of industrial and energy integration.
//Petra// AA
