Murad, Bervar discuss Jordan, Slovenia ties

AMMAN — Amman Chamber of Commerce (ACC) President Issa Murad on Monday discussed with Mitja Bervar, president of the Slovenian National Council, ways to enhance economic and commercial ties between both countries.

Murad and Bervar also spoke about activating bilateral signed agreements, especially at the private sector level.

The ACC chief highlighted the possibility for Slovenia to benefit from the “excellent” geographical location of the Kingdom as a hub for exports and imports from and to Europe and other parts of the world.

He also referred to a visit by a Jordanian economic delegation to Slovenia  next January to hold talks at the private and public sectors levels to contribute to enhancing bilateral economic ties and diversifying the commercial exchange.

Bervar commended the “great position” Jordan has reached as an economic centre for the regional countries, stressing that his country is looking forward to benefiting from Jordanian capabilities in the ICT sector and exchanging technological expertise.

He indicated that Slovenian companies are currently searching for new markets, and expressed willingness to benefit from the Jordanian market and the several agreements the Kingdom has signed with many countries. 

ACC First Deputy President Ghassan Khirfan presented a briefing on the chamber’s services it presents to some 50,000 members, noting that the chamber is considered the biggest incubator and representative of the private sector in Jordan.