The Legal Dimensions of Investment Contracts Research Group at the University of Jordan is actively preparing to establish strategic partnerships with key national and international institutions to enhance its research output and deepen its expertise in the field of investment and contractual law.
A primary partner will be the Jordanian Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Supply, providing essential insights into investment regulations, commercial contracts, and ongoing reforms in trade and investment policies. This collaboration will place the group at the forefront of legislative and regulatory evolution, ensuring that its work aligns with the latest developments in Jordan’s investment environment.
Close engagement with the Jordanian Ministry of Justice will support the exploration of arbitration frameworks, dispute resolution mechanisms, and judicial oversight of investment contracts. Partnering with the ministry will enable the group to contribute to policy development and procedural reforms related to both domestic and international investment law.
Collaboration with the Judicial Council of Jordan will allow the group to engage with judges and legal practitioners who deal with contractual disputes and arbitration cases. This partnership will enrich research on judicial interpretation of investment laws, enforcement of arbitral awards, and the role of courts in safeguarding investor rights.
The Jordanian Bar Association will also be a crucial partner, offering valuable perspectives on professional practice, contractual drafting, and the challenges faced by lawyers in handling cross-border investments and complex financial transactions. These discussions will bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical application.
Engagement with the Jordan Investment Commission will strengthen the group’s research capacity by providing direct access to data on foreign direct investment (FDI), investment incentives, and regulatory compliance. This partnership will allow empirical research into the impact of contracts on sustainable development and economic growth.
Human rights and investor protection will be advanced through cooperation with the Jordanian National Centre for Human Rights, ensuring that research addresses social safeguards, equitable treatment of investors, and the legal protection of vulnerable stakeholders in large-scale investment projects.
Academic cooperation with other law faculties, such as those at Yarmouk University and the Jordan University of Science and Technology, will foster joint research projects, comparative studies, and interdisciplinary collaborations that explore the intersection of investment law with finance, economics, and technology.
Partnerships with civil society organizations (CSOs) and business associations will provide grassroots perspectives on contractual practices, investment risks, and the challenges of implementing corporate governance standards. These collaborations will help translate research findings into actionable recommendations for policymakers and the private sector.
The Jordanian Legislative Assembly will be another vital partner, enabling the group to participate in reviewing draft investment laws, propose amendments to contractual legislation, and contribute to shaping national legal reforms that impact investors and businesses.
Empirical research will also benefit from cooperation with the Jordanian Department of Statistics, which can provide critical economic and legal data to support evidence-based analysis of investment trends, contract enforcement, and dispute settlement.
Finally, partnership with the Center for Strategic Studies will bring a broader socio-economic and political dimension to the group’s research, helping to analyze how legal frameworks for investment contracts interact with national development priorities, regional dynamics, and global market shifts.
Collectively, these partnerships will empower the Legal Dimensions of Investment Contracts Research Group to conduct comprehensive, high-impact research that bridges theory and practice, enhances investor confidence, and supports Jordan’s role as a hub for sustainable investment in the region.