First, let's look at exports. Jordan is rich in potash and phosphate, and the extraction…

First, let's look at exports. Jordan is rich in potash and phosphate, and the extraction industry for these minerals is one of the largest in the world. Not surprisingly, two of Jordan's largest exports are chemicals and fertilisers.

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