Aqaba, March 29 (Petra) -- The Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) signed a community contribution agreement with KingsVille Brand for garments to train and employ 40 young men and women from Aqaba, at a total cost of JD60,000, as part of efforts to enhance workforce skills and meet labor market needs.

According to an ASEZA statement on Sunday, the agreement was signed by the ASEZA's Director of Investment Services Directorate, Saber Eliwa, and General Manager of KingsVille, Mohammad Abu Zaid.

Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Investment Mohammad Abu Omar said the agreement falls within the ASEZA’s programs aimed at empowering youth and providing vocational training aligned with labor market demands, stressing that investment in human capital is a strategic priority that strengthens Aqaba’s competitiveness and supports sustainable development.

For his part, Abu Zaid, underscored the private sector’s role in supporting local communities, noting that the agreement reflects the company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility by offering quality training opportunities that build skills and promote economic empowerment.

He added that investing in local talent enhances the sustainability of industrial operations and fosters a mutually beneficial partnership between the company and the local community.

//Petra// NQ