AMMAN, Aug. 13 (Xinhua) -- Jordan regards China as a strategic partner in advancing investment, industrial cooperation and economic transformation, Jordan's Minister of Investment Tareq Abu Ghazaleh has said.
"We look forward to elevating Jordan's economic partnership with China to broader and more diversified levels in a way that serves our shared interests and supports sustainable development in both countries," Abu Ghazaleh said in a recent interview with Xinhua.
Recalling his visit to China in June, Abu Ghazaleh said the trip provided him with an opportunity to gain first-hand insight into China's development experience and the progress it has achieved in infrastructure and long-term strategic planning.
China has established itself as one of the world's leading industrial, technological, and trading economies, the minister noted, adding that its continued development creates broad opportunities for cooperation with Jordan, particularly in the fields of investment, industry, and trade.
The importance of this partnership continues to grow in light of China's leadership in a number of sectors that are national priorities for Jordan, "including advanced industries, electronics, renewable energy, energy storage technologies, electric mobility, railway systems, logistics, agricultural technology and pharmaceuticals," he added.
Investment is a key pillar of Jordan's economic development, underpinning efforts to diversify the country's productive base and foster sustainable growth. In recent years, Jordan has introduced a comprehensive package of reforms aimed at creating a more competitive and attractive investment environment.
These efforts contributed to a nearly 25 percent increase in foreign direct investment inflows in 2025, which exceeded 2 billion U.S. dollars.
According to the minister, Chinese investment in Jordan has expanded steadily, particularly in the renewable energy, manufacturing, and logistics sectors. These investments have helped create employment opportunities, support local suppliers, and introduce advanced production technologies to the Jordanian market.
Describing China as an important partner in supporting Jordan's economic growth, the minister said bilateral cooperation is evolving toward a more advanced stage.
Referring to the partnership between Chinese investors and Jordan's Arab Potash Company as a successful example of economic cooperation between the two countries, Abu Ghazaleh said the partnership has strengthened production capacity, expanded exports, and enhanced Jordan's position as a leading global supplier of fertilizers and agricultural inputs.
As regards Jordan's advantages in attracting investment, he added that the Kingdom is connected to more than 50 global markets through an extensive network of free trade agreements, supported by a highly skilled workforce and advanced infrastructure, logistics and digital capabilities.
These advantages complement China's industrial and technological capabilities, creating broader opportunities to develop investment and industrial partnerships that generate added value for both sides, Abu Ghazaleh noted.
"With its competitive investment environment, strategic location and modern legislative framework, Jordan is well positioned to serve as a trusted partner and a regional platform for Chinese companies seeking to expand into regional and international markets," he said.■
