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Last reviewed: 05 October 2009

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Jordan and the Middle East Peace Process

Jordan continues to adopt a constructive approach to the Middle East Peace Process, seeking an end to violence and a return to negotiation. Jordan supports the establishment of a viable Palestinian State as part of the two state solution.  

Relations with Israel

On 26 October 1994, Israel and Jordan signed a peace treaty, including agreement on borders and water. On 26 July 1995, the Jordanian Parliament officially ended Israel's status as an enemy state by voting 51 votes to 19 to repeal laws prohibiting normal economic and cultural relations with Israel. In January 1998, land was returned to Jordan marking a return to the 1922 Mandate border with minor modifications. Co-operation continues on a variety of economic, trade and other agreements.

Relations with the Palestinian Authority

Jordan's historical relations with the Palestinian leadership have at times been difficult. It continues to support it on political, economic, social and cultural issues

Relations with Iraq

Jordan supports the process of reconciliation, restoring stability and security of Iraq. It has restored diplomatic presence to Baghdad and the two countries have recently signed a number of bilateral agreements, including one on oil.

Relations with the international community

Europe is an important source of political and economic support to Jordan, with which it has signed and ratified an EU/Association agreement. The United States is also influential in Jordan through economic support and military assistance. Jordan is one of only four countries (and the only Arab one) to have a Free Trade Agreement with the United States.

Jordan's relations with the UK

Britain has a long-standing and close relationship with Jordan. Defence relations are an important part of this. Since 1993, annual joint military exercises have taken place and Royal Navy ships pay regular visits to Aqaba.

In July 2002, the UK helped to support a debt rescheduling agreement as a result of the Paris Club discussions. This agreement enables Jordan to reschedule debts to lender states. In January 2008 the UK and other Paris Club members agreed a $2 billion debt settlement with Jordan. Jordan and the UK are also close partners in the fight against international terrorism. Like the UK, Jordan has seen first-hand the effects of terrorist acts. We remain committed to maintaining our high level of co-operation.

Diplomatic Representation

We have full diplomatic relations with Jordan. Jordan is represented in London by Her Excellency Dr Alia Bouran. Our Ambassador to Amman is His Excellency James Watt.

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Jordan

Address:

Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
6 Upper Phillimore Gardens
London W8 7HA

Defence Attaché's Office:
16 Upper Phillimore Gardens
London W8 7HB

Telephone:

(020) 7937 3685
(020) 7937 9611 Defence Attaché's Office
(020) 7937 9499 Jordan Information Bureau
(090) 6550 8968 Visa Information Service

Fax:

(020) 7937 8795
(020) 7937 7505 Defence Attaché's Office
(020) 7937 6741 Jordan Information Bureau

Email: info@jordanembassyuk.org

Office hours:

Mon–Fri: 0900–1500

Defence Attaché's Office: Mon–Thurs: 0900–1500 / Fri: 0900-1200
Visa Information Service: Mon-Fri: 1000-1300
Jordan Information Bureau: Mon-Thurs: 0900-1500 / Fri: 0900-1300

Website: www.jordanembassyuk.org