Irbid, July 15 (Petra) --The Irbid Chamber of Commerce and the Rural Damascus Chamber of Commerce, signed a twinning and cooperation agreement on Tuesday to strengthen economic relations between Jordan and Syria and enhance collaboration between private sector institutions.

The agreement was signed at the Rural Damascus Chamber during a visit by a delegation from the Irbid Chamber’s board of directors to Syria. It was signed by Irbid Chamber President Mohammad Al-Shouha and Rural Damascus Chamber President Abdul Rahim Ziyadah, with the participation of members from both chambers, Jordanian-Syrian Business Council President Imad Adnan Al-Nan, and representatives from the business community.

Al-Shouha said the agreement would enhance cooperation between the two chambers and support efforts to address challenges facing traders and businesses by improving coordination with relevant authorities in both countries. He added that the agreement aims to facilitate the movement of goods and strengthen trade exchange.

He pointed to the close historical and economic connections between Irbid and Daraa, describing Irbid as the Kingdom’s northern gateway and a natural link to Syria, which creates opportunities for greater economic cooperation.

Ziyadah said the agreement provides a practical framework for advancing Jordanian-Syrian economic relations, expanding investment opportunities, and supporting trade activities that serve businesses in both countries.

He emphasized the importance of developing joint economic initiatives based on the longstanding relations between the two countries, including projects that support development and create opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors.

The two chambers will prepare joint programmes covering business delegation exchanges, economic exhibitions and forums, investment information sharing, and direct communication between business communities.

Al-Nan said the Jordanian-Syrian Business Council would work with both chambers to monitor the implementation of the agreement and help translate its objectives into practical initiatives that contribute to increasing trade exchange, promoting mutual investment, and strengthening business links.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to continued coordination to implement the agreement, support the private sector, address economic challenges, and contribute to sustainable economic growth.

//Petra//WH