Assessing Jordan’s Potential as a Middle East Business and ICT Base

This report assesses Jordan’s potential as a Middle East business and ICT base, highlighting the country’s stable economy, young population, and government investments in education and skills development. Jordan ranks competitively in global business environment and talent competitiveness indices, attracting foreign investments and trade agreements, such as the US-Jordan Free Trade Agreement. The report emphasizes Jordan’s growing ICT sector, initiatives to support digital economy growth, and partnerships with global technology companies. With a focus on entrepreneurship, ICT infrastructure, and government support, Jordan aims to become a regional hub for technology and innovation.

Key Insights

• Jordan’s stable economy and young population present opportunities for growth in the ICT sector.
• The country’s competitive rankings in global business indices attract foreign investments and trade agreements.
• Government initiatives and partnerships with global technology companies support the development of Jordan as an ICT hub.
• Jordan’s focus on entrepreneurship, ICT infrastructure, and government support aims to drive technology-led growth.
• The country’s emphasis on education, skills development, and talent pool enhancement contributes to its potential as a regional business and ICT base.

Source: Bay Area Council Economic Institute