Report Outlines Investment Engine Achievements In Q1

Amman, May 23 (Petra) – The executive program report for the Economic Modernization Vision (2026-2029) revealed key achievements during the first quarter of the year within the Jordan Invest Engine, with foreign direct investment (FDI) net inflows reaching about JD1.43 billion in 2025.

The report showed that the satisfaction index with the investment environment in Jordan was at 45.4 percent (cumulative). The Ministry processed 7,568 transactions related to investment incentives and facilities during 2025, and contacted 628 companies and investors in 2025.

According to the report, 4,203 investor cards (categories A, B, and C) were issued to investors and family members in 2025. Additionally, 81 recommendations were submitted for granting citizenship/passports through investment during 2025. 38 construction permits were issued for new projects within development zones in 2025.

Among the most notable achievements in the investment engine was the development of the Invest platform, a comprehensive national digital platform showcasing investment opportunities and promoting the Kingdom's competitive advantages. This was accomplished through providing updated investment content covering priority sectors and strategic projects, which backed the attraction of local and foreign capital.

Additionally, a revised draft of the Investment Environment Regulation was submitted for cabinet approval with the aim of developing the regulatory framework and investment procedures, streamlining the investor journey, and aligning with the objectives of the economic modernization vision and enhancing the Kingdom's competitiveness.

Furthermore, the terms of reference were prepared for conducting legal and regulatory studies to establish a national strategic investment fund and solicit proposals.

The initial draft of the instructions for issuing compliance licenses was also prepared in accordance with the approved regulatory frameworks. Additionally, investment packages were developed for several investment projects and public-private partnership projects eligible for financing, including the toll road, Amman Bridge, and water loss reduction in South Amman.

According to the report, the initial prequalification call was announced for several investment opportunities, including the Amman Bridge project, the water loss project, and the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) fare collection project. Additionally, 100 investment opportunities were developed across various priority economic sectors, distributed throughout the Kingdom's governorates.

The initial draft of the feasibility study for the development of the Jaber border crossing and the logistics zone in the King Hussein Bin Talal Development Zone in Mafraq was prepared. The Higher Committee for Partnership Projects also approved the feasibility study for the South Amman water loss project.

The report further states that an integrated framework for managing investor complaints and grievances was developed. It includes standardized procedures, enhanced governance, performance indicators, and service level agreements, all of which contribute to improved response times, greater transparency, and an enhanced investor experience.

Furthermore, a matrix of reforms related to improving the investment environment, specifically the Business Readiness Report and the Foreign Direct Investment Constraints Index, was prepared and developed.

A tender was issued for a feasibility study to establish a green industrial development zone, contributing to the move towards sustainable industries.

Additionally, four new projects were registered in the National Register of Government Investment Projects, including the Amman Bridge, the Jaber border crossing development and the logistics zone in the King Hussein Bin Talal Development Zone in Mafraq, a hydroelectric energy storage project near the Wadi Mujib Dam, and an electronic drug tracking system.

//Petra//SS

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