Leading courier and logistics companies in
Jordan are urging the government to reconsider its decision to relocate the
customs clearance facility from Queen Alia International Airport to the Jordan
Post Center in Al Muqabalayn. They highlighted that customs clearance
procedures worldwide typically occur at airports or seaports.
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The companies emphasized the need for a
thorough review of this decision before its final implementation on September
1st, citing potential negative impacts on businesses and consumers.
In a joint press release, the companies
stated, "We greatly appreciate the government's efforts to enhance
logistics services and leverage smart applications and e-commerce platforms in
line with the Economic Modernization vision and rapid technological
advancements in the booming e-commerce sector. However, the recent decision,
made in partnership with a state-owned company, raises concerns about its
potential impact on market competition and the possible constraints it may
impose on private companies, which have been the driving force behind the
sector's exceptional growth."
The statement noted that moving the customs
clearance center to Al Muqabalayn would increase transportation costs and cause
delivery delays, which would negatively affect both consumers and the sector as
a whole. It also pointed out that an exemption has been granted to one
competing company, allowing it to continue clearing its shipments at its
airport offices, contradicting the principle of fair competition and
disadvantaging other companies.
The companies warned that this decision
could harm Jordan's reputation as an e-commerce hub and stifle the growth of
the sector, which has seen annual growth rates of 30%, attracting increased
foreign investment. This stands in contrast to the government's claims that the
new state-owned customs center will enhance the e-commerce sector.
The statement further explained that any
negative impact on courier companies could result in the loss of foreign
investments and thousands of jobs in the sector. It highlighted the significant
growth of Jordan's e-commerce sector in recent years, driven by the efforts of
private companies such as Aramex, Sky Net, UPS, Net Global, and SMSA.
The companies also pointed out their
contributions to knowledge transfer, improving logistical efficiency, reducing
shipping costs, and enhancing the online shopping experience.
The statement criticized the decision as an
unfair advantage for the state-owned company and the exempted competitor, which
could undermine fair competition. It warned that this could expose confidential
business data to a competitor, creating a significant conflict of interest
without clear safeguards to protect trade secrets and ensure a level playing
field for all parties. The statement stressed the importance of fostering
competition in the sector and providing consumers with the best services at the
lowest prices.
The companies called on the government to
engage in comprehensive dialogue with all stakeholders to ensure that any
decision serves the national interest and balances the needs of all parties
involved.
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