Amman:The Jordanian Agricultural Entrepreneurship and Innovation Association recently hosted a delegation led by Cheng Yongru, the Economic and Commercial Counselor from the Chinese Embassy in Amman. The meeting focused on exploring bilateral cooperation in agriculture, investment, and modern agricultural technology.
According to Jordan News Agency, Emad Ayasrah, the head of the association, emphasized the strategic importance of enhancing Jordan-China relations to unlock new economic and developmental opportunities. He praised the role of Chinese institutions in facilitating specialized training programs for association members, highlighting the necessity of continuing these initiatives to build the capacity of young agricultural engineers and entrepreneurs in Jordan.
Ayasrah also highlighted the AgriTech Jordan incubator's contributions in empowering startups by offering training, incubation, and direct access to investment opportunities. Additionally, board member Motasem Hiyari discussed several key agreements signed with major Chinese organizations such as Ningbo Polytechnic and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Demonstration Base in Yangling. These agreements aim to foster joint research, technology transfer, and skills training.
Cheng Yongru commended the association's leadership in agricultural innovation and affirmed China's commitment to strengthening institutional collaboration, technology sharing, and mutual investment. Ayasrah also expressed the need to translate these agreements into active joint projects, particularly focusing on smart farming, water-saving irrigation, artificial intelligence, medicinal plants, and food processing. These efforts aim to tackle challenges such as water scarcity, climate change, and food security, while also creating local jobs.