Khaberni - Statistical data from the Jordan Chamber of Industry revealed a growth of 8.9% in Jordan's industrial exports during the past nine months of this year, compared to the same period last year, accounting for 92% of total national exports.
The Chamber attributed this growth to the outcomes and results of the royal visits abroad, which led to the expansion of trade channels and the opening of new markets for Jordanian products, thereby enhancing Jordan's presence in unconventional markets and increasing the competitiveness of exports.
According to the statistical data, industrial exports in the past nine months of the year increased to 6.4 billion dinars, compared to 5.9 billion dinars for the same period last year, indicating their role in strengthening the export base and supporting trade balance.
Arab markets maintained their traditional position as the largest destination for Jordanian industrial exports, accounting for 42 percent with a value of 2.9 billion dinars, with Saudi Arabia leading at 955 million dinars.
Exports to Syria saw an increase during the past nine months of this year by 138 million dinars, reaching about 174 million dinars, and to Iraq and Lebanon by about 32 million dinars, totaling about 745 million dinars combined.
Statistical data also showed an increase in industrial exports to India by 184 million dinars, reaching a total of 859 million dinars during the past nine months of this year, and to Italy by 103 million dinars, totaling 141 million dinars, clearly indicating a growing demand for Jordanian products in both traditional and non-traditional markets.
The data further noted that industrial exports to European Union countries grew by 39 percent, increasing by 123 million dinars to reach 436 million dinars. There was also a noticeable expansion in exports to other non-traditional markets such as Ethiopia, Djibouti, Thailand, the Philippines, and Pakistan.
The Chamber indicated that several key industrial products contributed to this growth, most notably nitrogenous fertilizers which increased by about 113 million dinars to reach 808 million dinars, cement by 73 million dinars to reach 75 million dinars, and raw potash by about 49 million dinars to reach 412 million dinars.
Exports from the industrial sector of precious metals, jewelry, raw phosphate, chemical products, food products, and pharmaceuticals also increased, reflecting the expansion of the national production base and its reliance on diverse sectors capable of competing globally.
The Chamber confirmed that the efforts of industrial chambers in organizing specialized exhibitions inside and outside Jordan and intensifying trade promotion programs have helped enhance the global presence of Jordanian industries. The reputation of Jordanian products has improved in recent years due to their high quality and compliance with international standards, providing greater opportunities for access to new and promising markets.
It highlighted that the national industry today represents a fundamental pillar for economic growth through its role in generating employment opportunities, enhancing foreign currency reserves, and achieving economic and social stability.
The Jordan Chamber of Industry emphasized the importance of continuing the effective partnership between the public and private sectors, developing the investment environment, and activating the freight and logistics connection system to ensure the maintenance of growth momentum and increase national export achievements in the coming phase.
