Amman – July 12, 2026 – Jordanian Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Dr. Saleh AL-Kharabsheh, met with Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Eng. Karim Badawi, on Sunday to discuss ways for enhancing bilateral cooperation in the energy and mineral resources sectors and expanding the strategic partnership between the two countries through launching high-quality projects and joint investments that serve their shared economic interests.

During the meeting, AL-Kharabsheh emphasized that Jordanian-Egyptian relations represent an advanced model of Arab cooperation, particularly in the energy sector. He noted that the joint achievements of recent years form a solid foundation for moving to a new phase of cooperation based on implementing strategic projects with a sustainable economic impact, in line with the directives of the leadership of both countries and to strengthen Arab economic integration.

The two ministers discussed mechanisms for developing the partnership in the natural gas sector, building on the successes achieved by the Jordanian-Egyptian Fajr Company for Natural Gas Transmission and Supply, as well as cooperation with the Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company (EGAS), to leverage the advanced infrastructure in both countries to enhance energy security and support development projects.

Al-AL-Kharabsheh reviewed the ministry's projects to expand natural gas delivery to industrial cities, noting the imminent signing of two agreements with Egyptian companies to implement a project to supply gas to the cities of Ma'an and Al-Muwaqqar. This coincides with ongoing work on projects to supply gas to the cities of Mafraq and Zarqa, which will support the expansion of natural gas to use in the industrial sector. He emphasized the importance of leveraging Egyptian expertise in implementing and operating natural gas networks, which will contribute to reduce energy costs and enhance the competitiveness of Jordanian industry.

He also discussed opportunities for cooperation in ammonia and green hydrogen production projects and industries related to natural gas. The Egyptian minister affirmed that his country possesses extensive experience in this field, pointing to the existence of eight ammonia production plants and the move towards using modern production technologies, which opens the door for joint projects between the two countries.

Both sides stressed the importance of maximizing the economic value of natural gas by expanding value-added industries, developing a comprehensive vision for infrastructure development, and providing offtake agreements to ensure the economic viability and sustainability of investment projects.

 The discussions also addressed prospects for cooperation in the mining sector, the development of phosphate and mineral-based industries, and the exchange of expertise in exploration and geological services. They further explored opportunities for joint ventures in the mining industry and its related value chains, aiming to enhance the added value of natural resources and increase the sector's contribution to economic development.

The two ministers discussed establishing strategic partnerships between national companies in both countries through future joint ventures. These ventures would combine technical, engineering, and administrative expertise, enabling them to implement projects in Jordan and Egypt and expand into regional markets. This would leverage the significant capabilities of companies specializing in energy and infrastructure projects.

Both sides emphasized the need to translate the fraternal relations between the two countries into viable economic and investment projects. This would strengthen Arab economic integration, expand partnerships between national institutions, increase intra-regional trade and joint investments, and maximize the utilization of the potential of Arab nations.

For his part, Badawi affirmed that relations between the two countries are built on solid foundations of trust and cooperation. He commended the existing level of coordination between them and praised Jordan's role in supporting energy infrastructure projects. He emphasized that the coming phase will witness expanded cooperation between national companies and institutions in the fields of energy, infrastructure, and mining, thereby enhancing energy security and economic development in the region.