Aqaba, June 15 (Petra) — The Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority
(ASEZA) on Monday discussed with Polish Charge d’Affaires to Jordan
Karol Leśniak prospects of enhancing cooperation and expand
partnerships in industry, tourism and investment, aiming to support
sustainable development and boost Aqaba as a regional investment,
tourism and entrepreneurship hub.

ASEZA Commissioner for Tourism and Youth Affairs Thabet Nabulsi said
the meeting reflected the deep Jordanian-Polish relations and the
importance of building on them to expand cooperation and exchange
expertise, particularly in the tourism sector.

He spoke of the need for Aqaba to make a foothold in the Polish
market and attract more visitors through expanded tourism programs
and improved facilitation for travelers.

Nabulsi also pointed to discussions on establishing direct air links
between Aqaba and Poland to enhance visitor experience and bolster
Aqaba’s competitiveness as a year-round tourism destination.

Aqaba is the apex of Jordan’s Golden Triangle tourism circuit
alongside Petra and Wadi Rum, he said, noting the port city’s diverse
tourism offerings, advanced infrastructure, integrated services and
strategic location, which reinforce its position as a leading
regional and international destination.

ASEZA Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Investment Mohammad Abu
Omar outlined the investment incentives and advantages offered by the
authority to encourage Polish investors and business leaders to
invest in the region.

He said Aqaba offers a stable and flexible investment environment,
backed by an advanced legislative framework and integrated
infrastructure that enhances project implementation efficiency.

ASEZA, he added, continues to attract quality capital and
future-oriented projects, particularly in green economy, industry and
logistics services, supported by Aqaba’s strategic geographic
location, modern ports, international airport and advanced logistics
network, as well as trade agreements Jordan signed with multiple
countries.

The Polish delegation was briefed during the visit on several mega
strategic projects in Aqaba, including the National Carrier, a
railway, as well as green hydrogen and green ammonia initiatives.

Opportunities for cooperation in information technology and digital
transformation were also discussed.

The delegation noted Aqaba’s economic, investment and tourism
potential, stressing the importance of continued communication and
further exploration of cooperation and partnership opportunities
between the two sides.

//Petra// NQ