Amman, July 21 (Petra) — Jordanian Businessmen Association (JBA)
President Ayman Alawneh and Omani Ambassador to Jordan Sheikh Fahad
Bin Abdul Rahman Alojaili discussed ways to strengthen economic and
investment cooperation and expand private-sector partnerships between
the two countries.

According to the JBA statement issued Tuesday, Alawneh said the
“strong” Jordanian-Omani ties, backed by both countries’ leadership,
provide a “solid” foundation for advancing economic and investment
relations.

Alawneh called for translating those ties into “feasible” projects
and partnerships that serve mutual interests.

He highlighted significant opportunities to deepen cooperation in key
sectors, including tourism and medical tourism, citing Jordan’s
“advanced” healthcare and tourism capabilities.

Pointing to mining and related industries, he also noted
opportunities in enhancing banking and financial services between the
two countries to facilitate trade, investment, and financing for
joint ventures.

Alawneh said the JBA is “committed” to expanding engagement with
Oman’s private sector and building sustainable partnerships between
business communities to increase trade, encourage joint investments,
and capitalize on opportunities across various economic sectors.

Jordan, he stated, offers an “attractive” investment environment
supported by modern legislation, competitive incentives, a strategic
location, and free trade agreements that provide investors with
access to regional and global markets.

He also expressed the JBA’s interest in organizing joint business
delegations and economic meetings to further strengthen cooperation.

For his part, Alojaili reaffirmed the “strength” of Jordanian-Omani
relations, calling for increasing contacts between business leaders,
exchanging visits, and launching joint investment projects in
priority sectors to boost trade and deliver mutual economic benefits.

Trade between Jordan and Oman reached $167 million in 2024, up from
$157 million in 2023, according to official data.

Fertilizers, live animals, chemical products, and garments are among
Jordan’s leading untapped export opportunities in the Omani market.

//Petra// NQ