Minister Yarub Qudah and Iraqi Ambassador Omer Al Barzanji discussed economic cooperation on March 10, 2025, focusing on trade expansion and the Joint Economic City project. They committed to addressing trade barriers and implementing prior agreements, emphasizing the progress in the project.
On March 10, 2025, Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Yarub Qudah, held a meeting with Iraq’s Ambassador to Jordan, Omer Al Barzanji, in Amman. Their discussion centered around enhancing economic cooperation, focusing on trade expansion and the development of the Joint Economic City project.
During this meeting, both officials reaffirmed their dedication to elevating bilateral trade relations and reducing obstacles to the movement of goods. They also addressed the need to implement agreements from prior meetings, particularly the recent trade committee session held in Baghdad.
Minister Qudah underscored the importance of ongoing collaboration between Jordan and Iraq to facilitate trade and hasten the development of the Joint Economic City. He highlighted the recent advancements made in this significant undertaking, as reported by the Jordan News Agency, Petra.
The meeting between Minister Yarub Qudah and Ambassador Omer Al Barzanji signifies a strong commitment to improving Jordan-Iraq trade relations and enhancing economic cooperation. The discussions aimed at expediting the Joint Economic City project reflect an essential step towards overcoming trade barriers and fostering bilateral economic growth.
Original Source: jordantimes.com
