Amman: Chairman of Jordanian Businessmen Association (JBA), Ayman Alawneh, met with the Sri Lankan Ambassador to Jordan, Priyangika Wijegunasekara, to discuss enhancing economic cooperation, expanding investment and trade, and strengthening bilateral relations.
According to Jordan News Agency, a JBA statement released on Tuesday highlighted that Alawneh emphasized the association's efforts to activate the Jordanian-Sri Lankan Business Council with the National Chamber of Sri Lanka Exporters. This initiative aims to promote collaboration between the two countries' private sectors.
Alawneh urged the exploration of new investment opportunities and partnerships in key sectors such as tourism, energy, and the food industry. The goal is to increase trade volume and support sustainable economic development.
Official statistics indicate that the current trade volume between Jordan and Sri Lanka is approximately $93 million.
Wijegunasekara, in turn, affirmed Sri Lanka's commitment to deepening economic ties with Jordan. The ambassador noted the readiness of Sri Lankan companies to cooperate across various investment and trade sectors.
The diplomat also highlighted the importance of activating the joint business council as a crucial step to facilitate expertise exchange and strategic partnerships.
The meeting was attended by JBA's Vice President, board members, and the General Manager.