Khaberni - The Jordan Chamber of Industry revealed that the Kingdom's industrial exports have grown by 9.3 percent over the past 11 months, reaching the highest level in more than a decade.
The chamber indicated in a report that industrial exports increased to 7.969 billion dinars over the past 11 months, compared to 7.292 billion dinars for the same period in 2024.
The report confirmed that industrial exports constituted about 92 percent of the total national exports, reflecting the pivotal role of the Jordanian industry in supporting the trade balance and enhancing economic growth, and its ability to maintain its positive momentum despite regional and international challenges.
The report explained that this record performance was due to the strength and diversity of the national production base, where a wide range of industrial products contributed to the growth of exports, including prominent products such as cement, chemical fertilizers, phosphate, raw potash, food products, chemicals, and jewelry, reflecting the capacity of Jordanian industries to compete and meet the demands of regional and international markets.
The report highlighted that eight main industrial sectors were the primary drivers of export growth, with the construction industries topping the list with a growth rate of 120 percent driven by increased demand for building and construction materials, especially in the Syrian market.
Engineering and electrical industries ranked second with a growth of 15.8 percent followed by provisioning, food, and agricultural industries at 14 percent, mining at 12.7 percent, and plastics and rubber industries at 8.9 percent.
Regarding export markets, the report showed that Arab countries remain the main destination for Jordanian industrial exports, accounting for 42 percent of total exports, with Syria topping the list of Arab markets with an increase of about 180 million dinars, followed by Saudi Arabia with an increase of 112 million dinars.
Exports to European markets saw a notable growth of 45 percent, particularly to Italy, the Netherlands, and Germany, with a total increase of about 186 million dinars, reflecting the success of the Jordanian industry in diversifying its export markets and enhancing its presence in non-traditional markets.
The chamber in its report, confirmed that these results reflect the sustainability of the export capability of the Jordanian industry in terms of quality, diversity, and price competitiveness, and its ability to absorb the increasing demand in the Arab and European markets as part of a clear strategy to open new markets and strengthen presence in traditional markets.
It highlighted that the Jordanian industry constitutes the fundamental pillar for economic growth in the Kingdom by providing job opportunities, enhancing foreign currency reserves, and supporting the national economy.
It emphasized the importance of continuing the effective partnership between the public and private sectors to improve the industrial investment environment and support exports, ensuring the sustainability of industrial performance and enhancing its competitiveness over the long term.
