Perceptions of Jordanian Foreign Policy: Change and Continuity
by
Veronika Ertl, Laura Schranz
Surveys show shifts in foreign policy priorities and partnerships while maintaining the basic orientation of Jordanian foreign policy
In the context of regional instability, Jordanian foreign policy remains shaped by a pragmatic approach and a focus on maintaining security and stability. At the same time, economic challenges are leading to an increasing public expectation for specific foreign policy results for Jordan’s economy. While the US and Saudi Arabia continue to lead the field of Jordan’s partner countries, confidence in the US’s stabilizing role in the region is shrinking. The image of Germany is recovering compared to the previous year, despite criticism in the context of the Gaza war.
