The Jordan–EU Investment Conference 2026 will take place on 21 April at the Dead Sea, under the patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will be among the senior European and international officials and investors attending the event.
Jordan hosts the conference at a time when many parts of the region are dealing with significant instability. The country’s political steadiness and economic track record give it a distinct advantage as a base for investment in the Middle East.
Preparations centre on bringing forward a portfolio of projects that investors can scrutinise and act on. The focus areas are water security, green energy, digital infrastructure, and strategic minerals — all priority sectors under Jordan’s Economic Modernisation Vision.
A European financial package of €3 billion will sit behind the projects on offer. This funding will flow through instruments structured to reduce risk for investors and shorten the path from agreement to delivery. The package reflects the practical commitment that underpins the Jordan–EU Strategic and Comprehensive Partnership.
Beyond individual projects, the conference will draw attention to Jordan’s role in regional trade. The country links supply chains to markets across the Middle East and internationally, with trade agreements covering more than 140 countries.
Minister of Investment, Dr. Tareq Abu Ghazaleh, said: “The Conference is focused on presenting investors with clearly defined, executable opportunities that enable direct engagement in high-value projects within a stable and competitive business environment. It is designed to facilitate partnerships and translate opportunities into tangible investments.”
He added: “The Conference will serve as a results-oriented platform, featuring sector-specific tracks and structured business engagements, including B2B and G2B meetings, aimed at accelerating investment flows and strengthening private–public collaboration.”
EU Ambassador Pierre-Christophe Chatzizavas highlighted: “We are proud to announce the EU-Jordan Investment Conference, a high-level event marked by the participation of Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. This signals the strength and resilience of our partnership, especially in times of regional uncertainty. The conference marks the start of a renewed, elevated collaboration that will bring our business communities closer together and unlock new opportunities, stimulating greater EU investment in Jordan’s dynamic economy.”
Jordan holds this conference from a position of institutional strength. His Majesty King Abdullah II leads a Kingdom that continues to press ahead with its economic agenda and deepen its standing as a reliable hub for regional and international investment.
