On March 10, 2025, Minister Yarub Qudah met with Iraqi Ambassador Omer Al Barzanji to discuss enhancing trade and developing the Joint Economic City. They reaffirmed commitments to boost bilateral trade and address barriers. Qudah also emphasized progress in project implementation.
On March 10, 2025, Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Mr. Yarub Qudah, convened with Omer Al Barzanji, Iraq’s Ambassador to Jordan. The purpose of their meeting was to enhance economic cooperation between the two nations, with a focus on trade expansion and the development of the Joint Economic City project.
Both parties committed to advancing bilateral trade by addressing existing barriers that hinder the flow of goods. They pledged to implement the agreements established in previous joint committee meetings, particularly those discussed during the recent trade committee session held in Baghdad.
Minister Qudah highlighted the collaborative efforts between Jordan and Iraq in facilitating trade exchanges. He also provided updates on the progress made in the implementation of the Joint Economic City project, emphasizing the significance of these developments for both countries’ economies, as reported by the Jordan News Agency, Petra.
The meeting between Minister Yarub Qudah and Ambassador Omer Al Barzanji signifies a strong commitment to enhancing economic ties between Jordan and Iraq. By tackling barriers to trade and pushing forward with the Joint Economic City development, both nations aim to boost their economic cooperation and strengthen bilateral relations.
Original Source: jordantimes.com
