Report on the state of EU-Jordan relations

Further information:

This report was jointly published with the European External Action Service (EEAS) for the period between March 2015 and April 2017. It comes ahead of a meeting of the EU-Jordan Association Council, taking place on 10 July 2017.

Background:

Jordan played during that period a unique role on the diplomatic and security front in the region, despite being severely impacted by the Syria crisis and accommodating over 650,000 registered Syrian refugees.

Key reforms were undertaken, particularly focused on the political and economic sphere. The EU stepped up its support to the country, in line with the Partnership Priorities and Compact adopted in 2016, notably through increased cooperation assistance, political support and trade and macro-economic measures.

Cooperation was directed towards reinforcing the resilience of Jordan's people and institutions to face the current economic, social, security and migration challenges, stimulate an inclusive and dynamic economy and society, especially to foster job creation for the young people and women, and strengthen democratic governance, the rule of law and respect for human rights.

The European Commission released on 15 June 2017 a report reviewing the relations between the European Union and Jordan. The document highlights the increasing support provided by the EU to the country, the strengthening of diplomatic ties as well as of economic and trade cooperation.