Germany approved a new financial aid package to support Jordan's economic development and share the burden of Syrian refugees. Following government talks between the two countries in Amman on Thursday, an official memorandum of understanding was signed, covering development aid worth 684 million euros.
According to a statement from Jordan's Ministry of Planning, this new package represents an increase of 65 million euros compared to the previous period. The financial support will be channeled into vital areas such as water and sanitation infrastructure, education, vocational training, and private sector incentives. It will also finance programs supporting Jordan's efforts to host Syrian refugees in the country in 2026 and 2027.
Emphasis on strategic partnership
The meeting was chaired by Jordan's Minister of Planning, Zeina Toukan, and the Head of the Middle East Department at Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, Anett Schammas. Germany's Ambassador to Amman, Bertram von Moltke, was also present at the talks.
Minister Toukan highlighted the strategic partnership spanning more than seven decades, expressing gratitude for Germany's continued support that strengthens sustainable economic development. The head of the German delegation, Schammas, described Jordan as a reliable partner in the region and stressed that support would continue for Amman's efforts to cope with the impacts of the Syrian refugee crisis and its economic reform efforts.
Previous agreement and Germany's role
During previous talks between the two countries in Berlin last May, an aid package worth 619 million euros was agreed for the 2024-2025 period. The newly signed agreement exceeds that figure.
Germany is the second-largest donor to Jordan. In addition to being a major contributor to financing the water sector, it also plays a significant role in sharing the burden of the approximately 1.3 million Syrian refugees hosted in Jordan. The Ministry of Planning's statement noted that these programs are aligned with Jordan's economic and administrative priorities, including its Economic Modernization Vision for 2026-2029.
