Irbid, Oct. 7 (Petra) — The Irbid Chamber of Industry (ICI), in
partnership with Jordan Exports (JE) and in cooperation with the
Jordan Enterprise Development Corporation (JEDCO), hosted an
introductory session on the “Local to Global” program.

The session was attended by representatives of industrial facilities
and factories affiliated with the chamber to present the program and
explain mechanisms for accessing its technical and financial support
for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

ICI President Hani Abu Hassan emphasized the importance of such
programs in strengthening industrial facilities, raising their
competitive edge, and supporting their expansion into foreign
markets. He highlighted the chamber’s commitment to providing
initiatives that help local manufacturers scale operations and boost
export readiness.

Abu Hassan noted the need to empower SMEs to access regional and
global markets, utilizing financial and technical support to upgrade
product quality and competitiveness.

General Manager of Export Jordan Khaled Al-Saoub, alongside his team,
delivered a presentation on the “Local to Global” program, outlining
its objectives, target groups, application processes, grant
mechanisms, and the range of advisory services offered to upgrade
technical capacities.

The session detailed program requirements and provided a platform for
industrial representatives to address inquiries regarding application
procedures and available services.

The initiative targets non-exporting SMEs or companies whose annual
exports have not exceeded JD50,000 over the past two years, aiming to
build their technical and competitive readiness and facilitate entry
into new international markets.

//Petra// AF