Amman, July 12 (Petra) – Asari Hideki, Japanese Ambassador to Jordan,
said on Sunday that Tokyo is committed to strengthening economic ties
with Amman, describing the Kingdom as a vital “anchor of stability”
and a strategic regional hub.

Jordan’s political stability, skilled workforce, and strategic
position connecting Asia, Europe, and the Middle East make it an
“ideal platform” for Japanese investment, logistics, and production,
the envoy stated at the Jordan Economic Forum (JEF).

As Japan continues to lead in technology, high-quality
infrastructure, and critical supply chains, it seeks to scale up
investment in Jordan to transform the nation into a logistics and
production gateway for the broader region, according to the
ambassador.

He pointed to several successful joint initiatives, such as funding
for the Jordan Museum and Petra Museum through the Japan
International Cooperation Agency (JICA), regional training programs,
and the NINJA initiative, which provides seed funding and mentorship
to Jordanian tech startups.

Jordan Economic Forum Chairman Kheir Abu Saalik lauded Japan’s
long-term support for Jordan’s development and said expanding
economic cooperation would strengthen ties between the two countries.

The session concluded with delegates agreeing to leverage strong
diplomatic ties to boost bilateral trade, investment, and technology
transfer amidst shifting global economics.

//Petra// HA