The United States Embassy in Amman announced Thursday that it is recruiting companies to join the Jordanian business delegation to participate in the 2022 SelectUSA Investment Summit, taking place June 26-29, 2022, in Washington.

In a statement, US Ambassador Henry Wooster said that the Investment Summit is the highest-profile event in the United States dedicated to promoting the country as the world’s premier investment destination. It offers an opportunity for Jordanian companies to learn about establishing a presence in the United States and connect with U.S. economic development organizations, service providers, and other investors.

The event will include more than 100+ sessions, and feature opportunities focused on innovation and entrepreneurship. As part of the Summit, the SelectUSA Tech program will connect early-stage and startup tech companies to prospects for advancement in the U.S. market, and the Select Global Women in Tech program will offer mentorship opportunities for international female founders, entrepreneurs, and executives in the tech sector.

The SelectUSA Investment Summit is an ideal venue to network and learn about the U.S. business landscape, which offers opportunities for companies from around the world to thrive. "The United States is the largest consumer market in the world and the best choice for Jordanian companies of all sizes looking to grow globally," said Wooster. The SelectUSA Investment Summit offers international companies a platform to make connections and gather information necessary to begin the process of growing in the United States – all under one roof, he added.

Jordanian companies looking to establish a presence in the United States are encouraged to learn more about the Investment Summit and apply online here: http://selectusasummit.us, the statement said.

The United States is currently home to more foreign direct investment than any other country, with a total stock of more than $4.62 trillion at the end of 2020. Since inception, the SelectUSA Investment Summits have attracted thousands of international investors and economic development representatives. In 2021, companies from over 80 markets participated in the event, including 13 Jordanian companies seeking business opportunities in the United States..