AMMAN — Jordanian Businessmen Association (JBA) President Ayman Alawneh, and UAE Ambassador to Jordan Sultan Al Shamsi discussed ways to enhance bilateral economic and investment relations and expand cooperation between business communities.

 

The talks focused on investment opportunities in priority sectors, particularly energy, mining, industry and tourism, as well as prospects for joint ventures involving the private sectors of both countries, the JBA said in a press release.

 

Alawneh highlighted existing UAE investments in Jordan, including the Aqaba Port railway project and projects supported by the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development in education, energy and water.

 

He stressed the importance of expanding Emarati investment in emerging economic sectors, which supports sustainable development efforts and job creation, according to the Jordan News Agency, Petra.

 

Al Shamsi reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to cementing economic and investment relations with Jordan, emphasising cooperation between private sector institutions and the identification of new opportunities for business.

 

He also called for closer coordination between relevant authorities and business organisations to launch joint ventures in priority sectors and increase bilateral trade.