JSF holds roundtable discussion with World Bank Group directors

AMMAN — The Jordan Strategy Forum (JSF) held a roundtable discussion with global directors from the World Bank Group, with the participation of forum members from the private sector and experts.

Participants discussed the Jordanian private sector’s views on priority areas for reform in the business environment, in addition to potential investment opportunities and the government’s efforts to increase investment, according to a JSF statement. 

During the session, the directors of the World Bank stressed the need to invest in potential opportunities and available resources in Jordan to accelerate growth, reduce poverty, and unemployment rates through tech adoption and transformation, and focusing on promising sectors such as tourism, agriculture, financial services, manufacturing and exports. 

JSF members discussed the challenges of doing business and investment in Jordan, especially those associated with the small and medium companies operating in the market. 

JSF members also highlighted ways to boost female workforce participation and achieve financial stability to foster sustainability, stressing the need for Jordan to invest in the green economy and energy sectors.