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Jordan Times
18-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Jordanian food producers to spotlight local flavours at SIAL Canada
AMMAN — A group of Jordanian food companies is preparing to take part in SIAL Canada, one of North America's premier food industry exhibitions, set to kick off Wednesday in Toronto. The Kingdom's participation, organised by the Jordan Exporters Association (JEA), reflects ongoing efforts to expand the reach of Jordanian-made goods in the Canadian market. SIAL Canada is known for attracting global attention and serves as a vital platform for networking and business development, the JEA said in a statement to The Jordan Times. Ahmad Al Khudari, Chairman of the Association, said the Jordanian pavilion, spanning 126 square meters, will showcase a wide array of high-quality local products. He noted that Jordan has maintained a consistent presence at the event since 2012, citing its value in opening doors to North American markets. Beyond promotion, the exhibition also offers Jordanian companies access to cutting-edge industry trends, innovations, and technologies, Al Khudari added. These insights, he stressed, are key to enhancing the competitiveness of Jordan's food sector internationally. Canada, he said, remains a strategic export destination, particularly under the Jordan-Canada Free Trade Agreement, which came into effect in 2012. The agreement, the first of its kind between Canada and an Arab country, allows Jordanian products to enter the Canadian market tariff-free, offering a significant competitive advantage. Haleem Abu Rahmeh, JEA Director General, echoed the sentiment, calling Canada a vital market. While initial efforts were modest, he said, persistent marketing and a focus on quality have positioned Jordanian products as strong contenders. 'Today, they are recognized for their excellence and competitive pricing,' Abu Rahmeh said, adding that interest in the Jordanian pavilion continues to grow each year. He credited the growing popularity of Jordanian food products among Canadian importers and consumers to consistent quality and compliance with international standards. Abu Rahmeh also reaffirmed the Association's commitment to promoting other high-potential sectors, including cosmetics, plastics, and agriculture. With Canada's multicultural landscape and rising demand for Middle Eastern cuisine, Abu Rahmeh described the market as 'highly receptive' and stressed the importance of long-term strategies to secure Jordan's foothold. He concluded by praising the Canadian Trade Centre for its role in strengthening bilateral trade ties and fostering cooperation between Jordanian and Canadian businesses.
Jordan News
13-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
33 Jordanian Food Companies Participate in Saudi Food Manufacturing Exhibition - Jordan News
Thirty-three Jordanian companies specialized in food manufacturing have begun their participation in the Saudi Food Manufacturing 2025 exhibition, which kicked off yesterday, Monday, in the Saudi capital, Riyadh. اضافة اعلان The event will continue over three days. The Jordanian participation in the exhibition is organized by the Jordan Exporters Association, while the third edition of this international event features more than 1,300 exhibitors from 100 countries, including Jordan. Senator Ahmad Al-Khudari, President of the Jordan Exporters Association, confirmed in a statement on Tuesday that the participation of Jordanian companies in the exhibition aims to diversify and increase national exports, in addition to keeping up with the latest developments, technologies, and innovations in the food manufacturing industry. Al-Khudari explained that this participation comes within the association's efforts to enable Jordanian companies to promote their products and open new markets abroad, especially in light of the significant international presence the exhibition is witnessing this year. He pointed out that the Saudi market is one of the key target markets for Jordanian industrial exports due to the strong brotherly relations between the two countries and the geographic proximity. He noted that Jordanian industry has seen remarkable development in recent years in terms of quality and competitiveness, as reflected in the presence of Jordanian products in over 150 markets worldwide. Senator Al-Khudari stressed the importance of growing industrial exports in stimulating the national economy, raising growth rates, creating new job opportunities, attracting investments to the industrial sector, and enhancing the Kingdom's foreign currency reserves. For his part, the Director General of the Jordan Exporters Association, Haleem Abu Rahmeh, said that participation in the exhibition comes within the framework of the solid historical and brotherly relations between the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He emphasized the importance of the Saudi market as a strategic and key destination for Jordanian products, particularly in the food and agricultural sectors. He added that the Saudi market is among the most promising in the region, experiencing rapid growth in demand for high-quality products. This opens wide opportunities for Jordanian exports, which are known for their diversity and compliance with Gulf and international standards—especially in dates, vegetables, fruits, and various manufactured food products. Abu Rahmeh emphasized the need to strengthen economic and trade relations between the two countries by expanding trade channels, encouraging joint investments, and establishing effective partnerships between the private and public sectors in both countries. He highlighted the importance of this exhibition as a strategic platform for consolidating cooperation between Jordanian and Saudi food companies, which contributes to supporting regional supply chains, achieving food security, and creating sustainable job opportunities. Abu Rahmeh said the association aims, through this participation, to solidify Jordan's position as a trusted and distinguished source of food products in both the Saudi and Gulf markets. It also seeks to strengthen economic cooperation in a way that serves mutual interests and reflects the depth of bilateral relations between the two brotherly nations. He pointed to the collaborative and coordinated relationship between the Jordan Exporters Association and the Jordan and Amman Chambers of Industry to support the industrial export sector and promote its products by boosting their presence in international specialized exhibitions and opening up vital and important markets for Jordanian companies. He noted that the Jordanian pavilion spans an area of 510 square meters.
Jordan Times
12-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Jordanian companies to participate in Saudi Food Manufacturing 2025
AMMAN — Jordanian companies specialising in food manufacturing are scheduled to begin their participation in the Saudi Food Manufacturing 2025, set to kick off on Sunday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Jordan Exporters Association (JEA) is organising the Kingdom's participation in the exhibition for the second time, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. The three-day event features over 550 international brands, as pavilions represent several countries, including France, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Turkey, India, Switzerland, Spain, Pakistan, Egypt, China and Italy. JEA Chairman Ahmad Khudari said that the goal of Jordanian industries' presence in this event is to 'diversify and increase' national exports and learn about the latest developments, technologies and innovations in the food manufacturing industry. Khudari said that the participation comes within the framework of the JEA's efforts aimed at enabling national companies to promote their products and open "new" marketing horizons in foreign markets, especially amid international presence in this specialised event. He noted that this step represents an "important" opportunity for Jordanian companies to learn about developments in the sector, exchange expertise, explore opportunities for cooperation and partnerships and possibly conclude commercial deals that enhance their international presence. The JEA chairman noted that the Saudi market is "one of the most important markets" for Jordanian industrial exports, given the two kingdoms' "strong" relations at various levels and their geographical proximity. Jordanian industry has achieved "remarkable" development in recent years in terms of quality and "competitive" pricing, enabling it to reach over 150 global markets, he pointed out. He said that the growth of industrial exports plays a "pivotal" role in driving the national economy and achieving "desired" growth rates, as well as creating more job opportunities, attracting new investments in the industrial sector, and supporting the Kingdom's foreign currency reserves. Khudari called on Jordanian companies operating in the food industry to seize the opportunity to attend the event to promote their products, especially amid the "expected large" turnout of exhibitors, brand owners, experts, and traders from across the world. Referring to JEA's "close" cooperation and coordination with Jordan and Amman chambers of industry and other stakeholders, he said that this partnership aims to support the export industries sector and promote Jordanian products by enhancing their presence in specialised international exhibitions and facilitating their access to "vital and strategic" markets.
Arab News
12-04-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Jordanian food manufacturers to showcase products at Saudi Food Manufacturing expo in Riyadh
AMMAN: Jordanian food manufacturing companies will take part in the Saudi Food Manufacturing 2025 exhibition, which opens on Sunday in Riyadh, Jordan News Agency reported. Organized for the second time by the Jordan Exporters Association, the kingdom's participation highlights efforts to boost national exports and explore new opportunities in one of the region's most dynamic sectors, JNA added. The three-day event will feature more than 550 international brands, with national pavilions representing countries such as France, the Netherlands, the UK, Turkiye, India, Switzerland, Spain, Pakistan, Egypt, China and Italy. JEA Chairman Ahmed Khudari said that Jordan's involvement in the exhibition is part of broader efforts to diversify export markets and keep pace with global advancements in food manufacturing technologies and innovations. 'This is a key opportunity for Jordanian companies to promote their products, forge international partnerships and explore new marketing avenues,' Khudari said in a statement on Saturday. 'The Saudi market is one of the most important destinations for Jordanian industrial exports, thanks to the strong bilateral relations and geographic proximity between the two kingdoms,' he added. Khudari highlighted the significant progress made by the Jordanian industry in recent years, citing improvements in product quality and competitive pricing that have enabled exports to reach more than 150 markets globally. He added that growing industrial exports play a pivotal role in driving economic development, attracting investment, generating employment and boosting the kingdom's foreign currency reserves. Khudari also urged Jordanian food manufacturers to capitalize on the exhibition's expected high turnout of international exhibitors, brand owners, experts and traders. The JEA's participation is supported through collaboration with the Jordan and Amman Chambers of Industry, as well as Export House, as part of a joint effort to strengthen Jordan's presence in strategic international markets and expand the global footprint of its food manufacturing sector.
Zawya
19-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jordanian food manufacturers expand into UK market at IFE 2025
AMMAN: A delegation of Jordanian food manufacturers has launched a focused effort to enter the UK market by participating in the International Food & Drink Event 2025 (IFE) in London, which began Monday evening. The three-day exhibition serves as a key platform for Jordanian companies to present a wide range of products, including confectionery, baked goods, spices, nuts, and specialty foods, to a global audience of buyers and distributors, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. President of the Jordan Exporters Association Ahmad Khudari stressed the importance of the event in fostering new trade relationships and expanding market access. He highlighted the goal of creating direct connections with international buyers and distributors to showcase the high quality and competitive edge of Jordanian food products, referring to the event's role in business development, especially in the growing halal food sector. He highlighted that expanding export markets is "crucial" for boosting domestic production, industrial growth, attracting foreign investment, and improving the country's trade balance. General Manager of the Jordan Exporters Association Halim Abu Rahma revealed "strong interest" from buyers, pointing out that the event is providing Jordanian companies with an "excellent" opportunity to demonstrate their product innovation and high standards. He also emphasised the association's commitment to helping Jordanian exporters reach key international trade shows, diversifying markets, and exploring new trade avenues. The UK market, with its large Arab and Muslim consumer base, was described as strategically important, particularly following Brexit. Abu Rahma encouraged companies to leverage the Jordan-UK free trade agreement to establish a "solid" presence in this market. The exhibition features 1,500 exhibitors and is expected to attract 30,000 buyers and distributors from over 105 countries. The Jordan-UK Partnership Agreement, which began in 2021, aims to enhance bilateral trade by offering tariff-free access for Jordanian products. Last year, trade between the two nations reached JD303 million, with Jordanian exports contributing JD62 million, indicating "substantial" potential for growth. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
