Aqaba: A delegation from the Kurdistan Investment Board visited the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) to explore its successful approach to developing special economic zones. The visit aimed to identify strategies and practices that could enhance the investment environment and support sustainable development in the Kurdistan region. According to Jordan News Agency, during the visit, Ramzi Al-Kabariti, Commissioner for Leadership and Community Development at ASEZA, presented the authority's range of incentives and benefits designed to attract investment. He emphasized the zone's secure and stable environment, coupled with its strategic location, which links Aqaba to global markets through various free trade agreements. Al-Kabariti also provided an overview of ASEZA's organizational structure, which ensures efficient coordination across departments to deliver high-quality services to investors. The delegation was briefed on Aqaba's long-term development plans, including the Comprehensive Aqaba Pl an for 2024-2040 and the strategic plan for 2024-2028. These initiatives aim to enhance Aqaba's standing as a leading investment hub both regionally and globally, drawing high-quality investments that contribute to the local economy and foster sustainable growth. Additionally, the delegation was introduced to ASEZA's "One-Stop Shop" service, designed to streamline investor processes by offering integrated services at a single point of contact, simplifying administrative procedures and improving the overall investor experience. The delegation also toured Aqaba's ports, transportation, and logistics systems, which play a pivotal role in facilitating trade and investment in the region. The group visited key industrial and economic zones, assessing the area's logistics capabilities and advanced infrastructure. The Kurdistan delegation expressed admiration for Aqaba's model, noting its potential to inform the development of special economic zones in Kurdistan. They emphasized the importance of the collaboration between the two regions to strengthen economic ties and enhance investment opportunities.
