VOL. XXXIX

No. 34

20-May-1996

EGYPT

Egypt And Jordan Sign Free Trade Accord

Egypt and Jordan on 8 May signed a free trade accord aimed at encouraging joint ventures in the private sector and gaining market access to world trading blocs. They also signed agreements to encourage and protect investments, prevent dual taxation and boost joint investments in tourism. Jordan wants to ensure it does not lose out in a liberalized world trade regime and hopes that regional links will help...