Oracle takes over new premises to drive vibrant business in Jordan

Oracle officially took occupation of its new offices at King Hussein Business Park (KHBP) in Amman today, under the patronage of Her Excellency Majd Shweikeh, Jordan’s Minister for Information, Communications and Technology (ICT). The event also marked a celebration of a significant milestone for Oracle, which has been operating in Jordan for more than a decade.  

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Her Excellency Majd Shweikeh, Jordan’s Minister for ICT, said: “The fact that Oracle has had a presence in Jordan for ten years and is now committing to further expansion within the Kingdom is best proof that Jordan is an attractive and stimulating environment for investment. The laws and policies governing the investment processes in Jordan are flexible and are keeping up pace with the rapid developments in the world of technology.”

Shweikeh added that the government is taking further steps to encourage more investment in the technology sector. The most prominent of these decisions includes incentives and exemptions such as the reduction of income tax on the sector to five percent across the Kingdom, the reduction of sales tax on the sector to zero percent and the exemption of taxes and duties on production inputs.

Shweikeh confirmed that the partnership between Oracle and the Jordanian government is characterised by sustainability and has achieved distinct success. She added the involvement of the Ministry of ICT in the launch today reflects the excellent relationship between Jordan and Oracle as a global company.

The move emphasizes Oracle’s commitment to the local market and to the demand for Oracle’s products in the public and private sectors. “This move represents our growing contribution to the development of the ICT sector in Jordan and our support for the Government’s vision of having KHBP as a leading business development location in the Kingdom,” said Abdul Rahman al Thehaiban, Oracle Senior Vice President, MEA, Central Asia and Turkey.

Oracle first opened its regional Technology Competency Center in Jordan in 2005  to support growth in the region. Today the Oracle operation in Jordan encompasses Consulting, Sales, Channels, Facilities, Product Management and Development.

“Supported by a strong ecosystem of 30+ partners, Oracle has helped top public and private enterprises in Jordan become information-driven. We have supported them in their business growth efforts by providing world class software and systems solutions,” said Raed Hajarat, Oracle Jordan country leader.

In partnership with voluntary organizations, Oracle Jordan works actively to address community needs and improve quality of life in the local community. Oracle and its employees focus on bringing about positive change in four key areas: education, giving, community partnerships, and volunteerism.