Which country was the first Arab nation to establish a free trade agreement with the United States?

The first Arab nation to establish a free trade agreement with the United States was Jordan. This agreement, known as the U.S.-Jordan Free Trade Agreement, was signed in 2000 and entered into force in 2001. The agreement aimed to enhance trade relations between the two nations by eliminating tariffs and promoting economic cooperation.

Jordan's strategic position and its efforts to implement political and economic reforms made it a suitable partner for the U.S. in pursuing free trade agreements in the Middle East. This relationship also served to encourage regional stability and economic growth.

Additionally, while other Arab countries have engaged in discussions regarding trade relationships with the U.S., such as Egypt and Saudi Arabia, it was Jordan's agreement that marked a significant milestone as the first formalized trade agreement of this kind in the Arab world.