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Jordan
A stable regional base for pharmaceuticals, ICT and services, with growing renewables and a skilled young workforce.
Population
≈11.5 million (2024)
GDP (nominal)
≈US$53 billion (2024)
Real growth
≈2.5% (2024)
Capital
Amman
Currency
Jordanian dinar (JOD)
Economy & outlook
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Jordan
A services-led economy with export strengths in pharmaceuticals, fertilizers (phosphates, potash) and garments, plus a vibrant ICT startup scene.
The Economic Modernisation Vision targets US$41bn of investment this decade; the Ministry of Investment consolidates licensing and incentives in one place.
Focus sectors
Pharma · ICT & startups · renewables · mining (phosphates & potash)
Global rankings
- #47 of 69 — IMD World Competitiveness Ranking (2025)
- #65 — Global Innovation Index, WIPO (2025)
- BB− — S&P sovereign credit rating (2025)
Rankings as published by each institution; positions change annually — verify before formal use.
Sources: World Bank · IMF · Ministry of Investment
