Extensive international meetings with financial and development institutions and major companies to strengthen partnerships and explore strategic projects
In the context of an active economic and diplomatic outreach, a Jordanian ministerial delegation continued a series of high-level meetings in Paris with international economic and development institutions and leading corporations, as part of ongoing preparations for the upcoming Jordan–European Investment Conference scheduled for April.
The delegation included Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship Sami Smeirat, Minister of Investment Tareq Abu Ghazaleh, Chairman of the Board of the Social Security Investment Fund Omar Malhas, along with Jordan’s Ambassador to France Lina Haddad.
The meetings focused on showcasing high-value investment opportunities in Jordan and exploring prospects for economic cooperation and long-term partnerships, in what officials described as unprecedented economic and diplomatic engagements. These efforts coincide with growing indicators of notable investment growth in the Kingdom over recent months.
Discussions included senior representatives from the Agence Française de Développement, the Monaco Economic Board, global infrastructure, water, and energy company SUEZ, MEDEF International, infrastructure investment firm Meridiam, and Expertise France, in addition to representatives of French and international investment institutions and companies.
During key engagements with officials and representatives across various economic and investment sectors, the ministers emphasized the importance of expanding investment partnerships in Jordan as a secure and attractive gateway for regional investment, particularly in light of the Kingdom’s competitive advantages and its stable, business-friendly investment environment.
The delegation also highlighted ongoing economic and legislative reforms implemented by the government to enhance the competitiveness of the business environment and create a more attractive investment climate.
Minister Sami Smeirat stressed that Jordan is moving rapidly toward establishing a modern digital economy built on advanced technological infrastructure and highly skilled human capital, strengthening its position as a promising regional hub for global companies seeking expansion and sustainable growth opportunities.
For his part, Minister Tareq Abu Ghazaleh pointed to the Kingdom’s comprehensive portfolio of investment opportunities across strategic sectors, alongside continuous legislative and economic reforms that enhance competitiveness and create a more attractive business environment. He noted that these factors boost investor confidence and support the attraction of high-value, quality investments.
Meanwhile, Chairman Omar Malhas explained that the Social Security Investment Fund continues to build long-term investment partnerships in line with global best practices, contributing to stable returns that support development and strengthen confidence in the national economy.
Ambassador Lina Haddad affirmed that the meetings reflect the strength of Jordanian-French relations and open new horizons for economic cooperation, noting that the Jordan–EU Investment Conference will serve as an important platform for expanding investment partnership networks.
This visit comes as part of ongoing government efforts to strengthen Jordan’s investment presence in European markets, paving the way for tangible projects and partnerships to be announced during the Jordan–European Investment Conference scheduled to be held in the Kingdom on April 11.
