Jordan–Netherlands relations
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Jordan–Netherlands relations are bilateral relations between the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The diplomatic relations between the countries were established on 15 December 1951. Both countries maintain resident embassies in each other's capital.
History
Formal relations between the two countries date back to 1951. Over the years they have expanded over issues such as water security, refugee response, and regional stability. The first state visit of Abdullah II and Queen Rania was in 2006, and in 2018 they paid an official visit to the Netherlands, invited by King Willem-Alexander.[1][2] Queen Máxima paid an official working visit to Jordan in 2019, as part of her UN Special Advocate capacity, at the Jordanian government’s invitation.[3] Jordan holds representation in the Netherlands as the Netherlands have an embassy located in Amman.[4]
Economic relations
In 2023, Jordan mainly sold potash fertilizers and knit clothes, including T-shirts, to the Netherlands.[5] From 2023 to 2026, Dutch aid will focus on refugee support, jobs and business growth, and water and climate projects in water, farming, clean energy, and digital sectors.[6][7] Most recently, the Netherlands signed a JD 31 million (about €40 million) deal to help build a desalination project in Aqaba and also promised €100 million for longer-term cooperation.[8]
Refugee and humanitarian support
A key feature in the relationship between the countries is, helping refugees and the communities that host them. They operate closely with UNICEF, UNHCR, ILO, IFC, and the World Bank, the Netherlands is giving over $98 million to improve jobs, education, and protection for refugees and vulnerable Jordanians. Dutch aid also backs gender equality, youth empowerment, and local incomes through programs like Shiraka and Orange Corners.[9][8]
Defense and security cooperation
The military cooperation between both countries has grown over the years. The 2025 cooperation agreement between the Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF) and the Dutch Armed Forces, is set to enhance training, technical exchanges, and peacekeeping coordination. They also agreed on counter-terrorism and regional humanitarian security.[10][11]
Legal and investment frameworks
The two countries have an investment treaty from 1997 that took effect in 1998. Tax issues are covered by separate tax agreements under each country’s own treaty network.[12][13]
See also
References
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- ^ "Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania in Netherlands: European Muslims Should Be Active in Public Life". Queen Rania official website. 2006-10-30. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ^ Affairs, Ministry of General (2019-02-06). "Queen Máxima to visit Jordan to discuss access to financial services - News item - Royal House of the Netherlands". www.royal-house.nl. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ^ Zaken, Ministerie van Algemene (2012-09-27). "Representations: Jordan - Embassies, consulates and other representations - Government.nl". www.government.nl. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ^ "Jordan (JOR) and Netherlands (NLD) Trade". The Observatory of Economic Complexity. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ^ "Multi-Annual Country Strategy 2023-2026 - Jordan-en - NAY". Jordan-en. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ^ "News". petranews.gov.jo. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ^ a b "Netherlands to Sign JD 31 Million Agreement with Jordan to Support Water Desalination Projects". Jordan News. 2025-10-22. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ^ "Planning Ministry ,Dutch embassy , launch second phase of 'prospects partnership' - Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation". www.mop.gov.jo. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ^ "Jordan and Netherlands explore bilateral military cooperation in high-level talks". Jordan Daily. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ^ "JAF, Dutch armed forces sign cooperation agreement". 2025.
- ^ "International Investment Agreements Navigator". 1997.
- ^ "Agreement on encouragement and reciprocal protection of investments between the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Kingdom of the Netherlands".