The Economy of Jordan
Foreign Aid and Geopolitical Rent
Jordan receives large aid from the US, Gulf states and the EU, reflecting its strategic role in regional stability.
Support for stability.
Aid share
Grants and loans finance a notable part of the budget.
Donors
The US provides substantial military and economic aid; Gulf states and the EU help too.
Dependence
Aid volatility complicates planning.
Debt
Loans add to public debt.
A grant
An EU programme funds water infrastructure in northern Jordan.
Assuming aid solves structural problems
It supports but doesn't replace reform.
Key takeaways
- Aid is large.
- Donors value stability.
- Dependence creates risk.
- Loans add to debt.
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