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CEPA with Jordan strategic leap for trade,

investment, say UAE officials

• Monday, October 7, 2024 2:44 PM
• 5 minutes Reading

ABU DHABI, 7th October, 2024 (WAM) -- Several UAE ministers and officials have hailed the
Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with Jordan as a strategic move to
strengthen ties with a key economic and trade partner in the Arab region, highlighting the
agreement as a significant leap in cooperation that will benefit both nations by fostering economic
growth and prosperity.

The ministers pointed out that the agreement paves the way for new opportunities in vital sectors
and facilitates trade and investment flows, boosting collaboration in areas such as industry, energy,
agriculture, and food security.

Mohamed Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, said that the agreement aims to
stimulate bilateral trade and enhance the competitiveness of the business ecosystems in both
countries, which are key pillars of their economic visions. He noted that Jordan, as a fast-growing

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