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11.7M#83
89.3K km²#110
Western Asia
Jordanian dinar
$53.4B USD#134
Lower middle income
Coastal
Arabic
HISTORIC TIMELINE
1921Establishment of the Emirate of Transjordan
The Emirate of Transjordan was established as a British protectorate after the Great Arab Revolt.
1946Jordan Gains Independence
Jordan officially became independent and was recognized as the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
1948Annexation of the West Bank
Jordan captured and annexed the West Bank during the Palestine war.
1967West Bank Occupation
The West Bank was occupied by Israel during the Six-Day War.
1988Renunciation of Claims to West Bank
Jordan renounced its claim to the West Bank, transferring its responsibility to the Palestinians.
1994Peace Treaty with Israel
Jordan signed a peace treaty with Israel, establishing formal diplomatic relations.