Amman, July 16 (Petra) – Amman Chamber of Commerce (ACC) Chairperson
Khalil Haj Tawfiq on Thursday called for establishing a Jordan-China
business council as a permanent platform to develop economic and
investment ties between the two countries.

He also proposed creating an Entrepreneurs Council to enhance
communication between startups and entrepreneurs in Jordan and China,
facilitate the exchange of expertise, and support future
partnerships, particularly in the information technology sector.

Haj Tawfiq made the remarks during a meeting between the ACC board
and Chinese Ambassador to Jordan Guo Wei to discuss expanding
bilateral trade, investment, and private-sector cooperation.

He said Jordanian-Chinese relations have advanced significantly since
the two countries established a strategic partnership in 2015, adding
that future cooperation should move beyond trade toward investment,
joint production, and technology transfer.

Haj Tawfiq said Jordan’s strategic location, stability, and free
trade agreements make it a potential gateway for Chinese companies to
regional markets. He highlighted opportunities to increase Jordanian
exports and attract Chinese investment in potash, phosphate,
fertilizers, pharmaceuticals, food industries, and other competitive
sectors.

He also called for a meeting between Jordanian investors and
importers and the Chinese Embassy’s economic and commercial
representatives to discuss trade barriers and investment
opportunities.

For his part, Guo affirmed that Jordanian-Chinese relations continue
to develop within the framework of the strategic partnership between
the two countries, which he said enjoys the support of their
leaderships.

The ambassador stressed the importance of aligning Jordan’s and
China’s modernization efforts and translating shared visions into
practical programs and projects that benefit both countries.

He highlighted China’s progress in economic development, technology,
innovation and investment, noting that the experience of its
industrial cities and economic zones offers opportunities for
exchanging expertise and building sustainable partnerships with
Jordan.

Guo said the Chinese Embassy and its Economic and Commercial Section
are ready to enhance cooperation with the Amman Chamber of Commerce,
facilitate communication between business communities and encourage
greater imports of Jordanian products to China.

He also emphasized the importance of attracting high-quality Chinese
investments to Jordan, particularly in value-added sectors, to
support joint production projects, technology transfer, skills
development, and the expansion of Jordan’s manufacturing and export
capabilities.

The ambassador noted China’s interest in expanding cooperation with
Jordan in industrial, energy, infrastructure, water and digital
economy sectors, citing Jordan’s stability, strategic location and
trade agreements as key factors that make it an important partner and
gateway to regional markets.

According to official figures, Jordan imported JD4.18 billion worth
of goods from China last year, compared with Jordanian exports valued
at JD268 million.

//Petra// AO