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Ammon
4 days ago
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Jordan, Syria Explore Deeper ICT Cooperation in High-Level Talks
Ammon News - Jordan and Syria have agreed to strengthen cooperation in the fields of telecommunications and information technology, following high-level discussions held virtually on Monday between the Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, Sami Samirat, and Syria's Minister of Communications and Technology, Abdel Salam Haykal. According to a statement from the ministry, the meeting focused on efforts to activate a regional fiber-optic corridor, explore alternative routes for internet and telecom services, and position Jordan as a strategic transit hub for data traffic with a potential capacity of up to 100 terabytes. The initiative would involve linking Syrian and Jordanian fiber-optic networks to enhance service sustainability and regional connectivity. The two sides expressed shared interest in making Jordan a critical passage for internet traffic transiting through Syrian territory to destinations further south, underscoring the strategic role of infrastructure cooperation in broader regional development. As part of their plan to foster closer collaboration, the ministers agreed to organize a technical forum in Damascus at the earliest opportunity. The event will bring together private-sector companies from both countries working in telecommunications, digital infrastructure, and IT services. It aims to create new channels for business partnerships and investment. Minister Samirat is expected to head the Jordanian delegation to the forum, which will include representatives from key Jordanian companies specializing in fiber-optic systems, digital platforms, and infrastructure development. During the meeting, Samirat reaffirmed Jordan's readiness to support the growth of Syria's ICT sector by offering technical expertise and encouraging the involvement of Jordanian firms in future projects. The ministers also agreed to maintain close coordination through the recently established Higher Coordination Council, formalized by a memorandum of understanding signed in Damascus on May 20. Petra
Jordan News
13-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
"Digital Economy" and "Jordan Post" Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Support Home-Based Projects and Startups
The Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship and Jordan Post Company have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at supporting home-based business owners through the 'Khayrat Al-Dar' platform by providing logistical solutions and integrated payment services at preferential rates, enhancing growth and expansion opportunities for these groups within a sustainable and stimulating digital environment. اضافة اعلان The MoU was signed by the Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, Eng. Sami Samirat, and the Chairman of Jordan Post Company, Sami Daoud, in the presence of Secretary-General of the Ministry, Samira Al-Zoubi, and the Director General of Jordan Post Company, Hanadi Al-Tayyeb. Under the agreement, Jordan Post will provide product delivery services inside and outside Jordan, in addition to express delivery services, offering three flexible payment methods: the Jordan Post payment card, domestic money transfer services, and cash payment at post office branches. The MoU also includes provisions for cooperation in promotion and marketing, including allocating display spaces for products in selected post offices, promotion via Jordan Post's mobile application and social media platforms, and organizing exhibitions and sales events across various governorates. The agreement also covers the operation of Jordan Post's delivery app and the creation of job opportunities for youth, with priority given to the children of home-based business owners. For its part, the Ministry will promote the services and preferential prices provided by Jordan Post through the 'Khayrat Al-Dar' platform as part of its efforts to broaden the benefits of these services to small projects. This agreement strengthens public sector partnerships and national institutions, with a focus on creating new economic opportunities across all governorates of the Kingdom—especially for youth and women. The Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship emphasized that this step represents an effective model of integration between the public sector and national institutions. It contributes to empowering small projects and opening new growth horizons within a secure and encouraging digital environment, while also allowing entrepreneurs and startups to benefit from a wide network of partners and support services offered by Jordan Post. For his part, the Chairman of Jordan Post Company expressed pride in this collaboration, affirming the company's commitment to expanding and adapting its services in line with digital transformation requirements by providing advanced delivery solutions that support entrepreneurship and emerging businesses, and promote economic and social development across the Kingdom.
Jordan News
04-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Parliamentary Innovation Committee Approves 2025 Virtual Assets Regulation Bill - Jordan News
The House Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship Committee, chaired by MP Hussein Krishan, approved the 2025 draft law on the regulation of virtual asset dealings during a meeting held on Sunday. اضافة اعلان Present at the meeting were Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship Sami Samirat, Minister of State for Legal Affairs Fayez Al-Qudah, and Minister of State for Economic Affairs Mohannad Shehadeh. Krishan emphasized that the bill marks a strategic milestone in Jordan's digital transformation journey. He noted that the legislation is not only about regulating an emerging market but also about strengthening the legislative infrastructure, attracting global investments, and creating a competitive environment for pioneering Jordanian platforms in the virtual asset sector. 'We are presented with a golden opportunity to invest in the digital economy within a transparent and fair legal framework that protects rights, advances the national economy, and cements Jordan's position as a regional and global leader in fintech,' he stated. According to its explanatory memorandum, the bill aims to regulate activities related to virtual assets, providing a supervisory and regulatory framework that balances support for technological innovation with the need to maintain financial and economic stability. It also aligns with international standards, particularly in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing. The draft law outlines the responsibilities and authorities of the Jordan Securities Commission (JSC), including licensing service providers, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and applying appropriate regulatory measures. Minister Samirat highlighted that the bill is the culmination of ongoing efforts to build a legislative structure that protects users' and investors' rights and keeps pace with the sector's rapid development. He pointed out that Jordan would be among the first countries in the region to adopt such comprehensive legislation, enhancing the digital investment climate. Minister Al-Qudah stressed that the bill was prepared in collaboration with relevant regulatory and legislative bodies, underscoring the government's commitment to striking a balance between digital empowerment and legal protection while creating an effective regulatory environment that promotes transparency and curbs misuse of virtual assets. Minister Shehadeh described the bill as a pivotal step in advancing the digital economy, highlighting its role in attracting investments and creating new job opportunities by fostering innovation in the virtual assets sector. He noted that a clear legal framework would boost investor confidence and encourage global players to enter the Jordanian market. Parliament members Fleih Al-Khadeir, Dina Al-Bashir, Moayyad Al-Alawneh, Hamed Al-Rahamnneh, Ahmad Al-Alimat, and Abdulbaset Al-Kabariti also underscored the importance of ensuring sufficient safeguards to protect the rights of investors and users, while enhancing regulatory and transparency mechanisms in line with international standards for combating money laundering and terrorist financing.
Jordan News
29-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Jordan and Kazakhstan Discuss Boosting Cooperation in Digital Innovation and Aviation Industry - Jordan News
Jordan's Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, Eng. Sami Samirat, met with Kazakhstan's Minister of Digital Development, Innovation, and Aerospace Industry, Zhaslan Madiyev, and his accompanying delegation on an official visit to Jordan on Monday. The two sides explored ways to enhance bilateral cooperation and potential partnerships in the fields of innovation, advanced technologies, and the aviation industry. اضافة اعلان According to a statement issued by the Ministry on Tuesday, the Kazakh delegation held a series of field meetings with leading Jordanian institutions and companies, where they were briefed on key national achievements in innovation, digital transformation, and the defense industry. The delegation began its visit with a tour of "Deep Element," a Jordanian company specializing in the design, development, and integration of airspace security solutions. They received a detailed presentation on the company's innovative drone technologies. They also visited the Jordan Design and Development Bureau (JODDB), where efforts in advancing defense industries and fostering industrial innovation were showcased. Discussions covered opportunities for knowledge transfer, experience exchange, and collaboration in fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and space technologies. A meeting was also held at the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship with the Kazakh delegation, the National Information Technology Center, and members of the board of the Information and Communications Technology Association of Jordan (int@j). The visitors were briefed on the council's strategic role in supporting digital transformation and shaping digital policies aligned with global trends. The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation between tech companies in both countries, exchanging expertise in entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and improving the investment climate for innovation. Both ministers emphasized their mutual commitment to deepening collaboration and expanding partnerships in technological and innovation sectors, supporting economic development, and advancing both countries' aspirations for a competitive digital economy. The Kazakh delegation will continue its meetings today with several government bodies, academic institutions, and private sector entities, as part of a visit aimed at solidifying strategic cooperation in digital innovation and aviation. This visit falls within broader efforts to enhance bilateral relations and expand cooperation in digital economy and advanced technologies, contributing to sustainable development in both countries. — (Petra)
