LONDON – A new chapter in the partnership between Jordan and the United Kingdom’s technology sectors was opened at the recent Jordan-UK Tech Connect event. Hosted at the Jumeirah Carlton Hotel with the patronage of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, the forum drew over 120 leaders, investors and entrepreneurs from both countries. Among them was our CEO, Lima Alhawamdeh, joining discussions on deeper collaboration in AI, gaming, digital services and tech outsourcing.
A Shared Vision for Innovation
As reported by The Jordan Times, HRH Crown Prince Hussein said the forum reflected a shared vision: using technology to build connections, widen opportunity and drive growth. He highlighted Jordan’s sustained investment in youth education, the expansion of its digital economy, and efforts to create the conditions where new ideas and businesses can thrive. Organised by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship in cooperation with the Jordanian embassy in London, and supported by the “Jordan Source” program, the event embodied that collaborative spirit.
The timing is deliberate; Jordan has spent years laying the groundwork for its tech scene and is now positioning itself as a regional tech hub. For organisations weighing a move into the wider MENA market, Jordan deserves serious consideration.The day’s conversations showed what is possible when founders, companies and government sit down together to turn shared interests into practical partnerships.
Insights from the Event
Sessions ranged across digital diversification, cross-border trade, and the creative economy. Conversations looked at how international companies are using Jordan’s tech sector to expand and where collaboration opens up new markets and investment.
Jordan’s push into AI infrastructure kept coming up. The country is building data centres and AI capabilities at a serious pace. Jordanian AI talent are already working on projects in Silicon Valley, the UK and Europe, which is an indication about the level of technical education coming out of the country.
The event featured insights from notable speakers including Wa’ed Al Hawamdeh (Managing Director, Concentrix), H.E. Manar Dabbas (Ambassador of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to the UK), Nour Khrais (Founder & CEO, Maysalward), Lord Iain McNicol (UK Trade Envoy), and Amira Qarqash (Digital Skills Development Manager, Jordanian Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship).
A panel on “Impact at Scale: Tech Talent for Global Needs” looked at skilled talent and global scaling. Jordan’s approach to education and social impact also featured heavily. From edtech solutions to national skills programmes, there’s a deliberate focus on growing capabilities across the board.
“Beyond Entertainment: Building a Digital Creative Economy” was another interesting session, exploring how gaming, education and media are reshaping creativity. An area that resonates with our focus on combining innovation and digital storytelling.
Collaboration and Connection
The networking lunch brought together founders, investors and thought leaders from both countries. Useful conversations, particularly around where digital marketing, AI, technology and creativity intersect.
Events like Jordan-UK Tech Connect confirm why we are committed to building partnerships that move things forward as AIWIZ expands.
Looking Ahead
At AIWIZ, we believe that digital progress is driven by collaboration. The insights and connections formed at the Jordan-UK Tech Connect 2025 reinforces our mission to create meaningful impact through technology and innovation. We look forward to seeing what develops from this Jordan-UK partnership. Stay tuned for related updates.