Amman: The Jordanian Businessmen Association (JBA) and the Business Association of Georgia (BAG) on Sunday signed an agreement to establish the Jordanian-Georgian Business Council, in the presence of Georgia's Ambassador to Jordan, Archil Dzuliashvili. Signed at the JBA's headquarters, the agreement aims to strengthen economic, investment, and trade relations between the two countries.
According to Jordan News Agency, JBA Vice President Osama Emseeh highlighted that Jordanian-Georgian relations are witnessing "steady growth." He noted that the joint council represents a "strategic" step to expand bilateral investments and partnerships through mutual visits and economic events, particularly in the technology, renewable energy, tourism, agriculture, and education sectors. Emseeh emphasized that Jordan's "strategic" projects will aid in enhancing cooperation with Georgia, urging for the development of air transport and an increase in trade exchange.
Ambassador Dzuliashvili stated that the establishment of the council reflects the "shared commitment" to developing economic cooperation, praising Jordan's economic stability and attractive investment climate. BAG Executive Director, Levan Vepkhvadze, mentioned that the association includes over 500 companies and aims to double the trade volume and promote joint investments, especially in the energy, hydrogen, industry, and mining sectors. He also extended an invitation to Jordanian investors to capitalize on opportunities available in Georgia.
During the meeting, the Ministry of Investment presented key projects and investment opportunities in Jordan, along with the incentives provided under the Investment Law. Additional presentations were made by the Industrial Estates Corporation (JICE), the Aqaba Development Corporation (ADC), and Jordan Free and Development Zones Group (JFDZ) on the advantages available to investors.