Jordan-Gulf Investment Conference to boost ties, economic cooperation

AMMAN — The first Jordan-Gulf Investment Conference, organised by the Jordan Chamber of Commerce (JCC) and the Federation of Gulf Cooperation Council Chambers (FGCCC), is scheduled to kick off on Wednesday, focusing on new opportunities for cooperation and investment in key sectors in Jordan.

Under the patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah, the conference will provide a platform to explore ways to enhance investment and trade relations between Jordan and Gulf States, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. 

The event will also showcase the “successful” Gulf investments that are already having a significant impact on the Jordanian economy, particularly in high value-added sectors.

The conference coincides with the 65th meeting of the Board of Directors of the GCC Chambers, which is being held in Jordan for the first time outside the GCC, which reflects the “deep-rooted” ties between Jordan and GCC States.

JCC President Khalil Haj Tawfiq stressed that the one-day event is in line with the Economic Modernisation Vision, adding that despite regional challenges, Jordan remains a stable, secure and attractive investment destination.

The conference will be held at the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre at the Dead Sea area and will feature specialised sessions on the sectors where Jordan has competitive advantages, including tourism, ICT, mining, creative industries and energy, according to Haj Tawfiq.

He added that under the theme “Partnerships, Investment, Economic Integration”, the conference aims to lay the foundations for a new phase of cooperation between Jordan and the GCC, which would attract new investments and expand existing ones, thereby promoting economic growth in both sides.

The conference will be attended by chamber leaders, business owners, Gulf investors in Jordan and Jordanian entrepreneurs, as well as representatives from the public and private sectors.