Ammon News - Prime Minister Jafar Hassan met with a Gulf delegation Wednesday, including Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Al-Budaiwi and key figures from Gulf and Arab business chambers.

The meeting, held on the sidelines of the inaugural Gulf-Jordan Investment Forum, underscored the deepening ties and shared ambitions between Jordan and the Gulf states.

The discussion spotlighted opportunities to amplify economic and investment collaboration, with a particular focus on leveraging Jordan’s strategic trade agreements to access global markets.

Hassan praised the historic hosting of the GCC Federation of Chambers’ Board of Directors meeting in Jordan its first convening outside the Gulf calling it a testament to the enduring bonds between Jordan and its Gulf neighbors.

Hassan emphasized Jordan’s readiness to attract and facilitate Gulf investments, outlining transformative projects in infrastructure, renewable energy, and manufacturing. "These opportunities aren’t just investments; they are pathways to shared prosperity," he remarked, urging closer collaboration between the private sectors of both regions.

GCC Secretary-General Al-Budaiwi commended Jordan’s stability and strategic advantages, particularly in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, energy, and advanced industries. He reaffirmed the council’s commitment to supporting Jordan’s economic progress, describing it as a vital partner in regional development.

The meeting concluded with shared optimism for advancing cooperation through strategic projects that would benefit businesses and communities across the region.