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Khalifeh & Partners Advises AD Ports Group on Aqaba Multipurpose Port Development

Khalifeh & Partners acted as legal advisors to Abu Dhabi Ports Group in connection with the signing of a 30-year agreement with Aqaba Development Corporation (ADC) for the development, modernization, management and operation of a multipurpose and general cargo terminal in Aqaba. The signing ceremony took place in February 2026 at the headquarters of the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) in Aqaba.

Jordan USD 700 Million Eurobond Issuance

Khalifeh & Partners, in its role as local counsel for the issuer, advised the Ministry of Finance in connection with the issuance of USD 700 million in Eurobonds, together with a tender offer of up to USD 1 billion to repurchase existing bonds ahead of maturity.

Khalifeh & Partners Advising on USD 250 Million Syndicated Facility to Royal Jordanian Airlines

Khalifeh & Partners Lawyers advised a syndicate of lenders along with Covington & Burling LLP on the USD 250 million syndicated loan facility extended to Royal Jordanian Airlines.

Major Industrial Development Project in Iraq

K&P is pleased to have advised IVI Holding on the development of a 6,000 TPD cement plant in Al-Muthanna Province, Iraq. The estimated project cost is around $240 million and marks a significant step in Iraq’s industrial growth. The project is expected to address a key gap in domestic cement supply and supports broader economic development objectives.

Khalifeh & Partners advises IFC (International Free Company For Import and Export LLC) on the landmark development of Mövenpick Al Zaytoon Baghdad

Khalifeh & Partners have supported IFC (International Free Company For Import and Export LLC) on the development of Baghdad’s first branded five-star Mövenpick hotel — a landmark achievement for Iraq’s evolving hospitality sector and a sign of growing investor confidence in the region.

The Future of Renewable Energy in the Middle East: Jordan’s Emerging Role

Jordan is rapidly positioning itself as a regional hub for renewable energy, driven by regulatory reform, investor interest, and the Kingdom’s strategic commitment to sustainability.

Khalifeh & Partners Advises Al Eqbal Real Estate on Landmark Ritz-Carlton Development in Amman

The Ritz-Carlton Amman project is part of Marriott International’s broader Middle East expansion strategy, which includes new openings in Tunisia, the UAE, Egypt, and Morocco. Marriott currently operates five hotels in Jordan and plans to double its regional portfolio over the next four years.

Khalifeh & Partners Advises the SME Investment Fund on Four Strategic Investments in Jordan

In 2019, Khalifeh & Partners acted for Al Arabi Investment Group “AB Invest”, the Investment Manager of the Jordanian Banks’ SME Investment Fund, in connection with four strategic equity investments in targeted Jordanian companies across key sectors.

Khalifeh & Partners Secures Landmark Victory in Disciplinary Appeal Before AFC for Jordanian Football Club

In a major win for Jordanian football, Khalifeh & Partners successfully represented Al-Faisaly Football Club in a high-profile appeal before the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), overturning regional disciplinary sanctions that had threatened to sideline key players from both club and national competition.

Khalifeh & Partners Advises Seller Consortium on USD 530 Million Sale of Majority Stake in Queen Alia International Airport

Khalifeh & Partners’ Khaldoun Nazer (Partner), Moawyeh Tarawneh (Senior Associate) and Dina Issa (Associate) advised a consortium of sellers on the landmark sale of 85.7% of the shares in Airport International Group (AIG), the concessionaire for Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA), to ADP International S.A. and new co-investors. The transaction is valued at approximately USD 530 million.

Khalifeh & Partners Advises IDECO on Jordan’s First Utility-Scale Power Storage Project

The Badiya Power Generation Project has successfully reached financial close, marking a significant milestone as Jordan’s first utility-scale energy storage initiative.

Khalifeh & Partners Hosts Delegation from the Energy Charter Secretariat to Discuss Investment Risks in Jordan’s Energy Sector

On 21 June 2018, Khalifeh & Partners hosted a working session with delegates from the Energy Charter Secretariat as part of the Secretariat’s official visit to Jordan. The meeting, held at the firm’s offices in Amman, focused on identifying and assessing the key legal, regulatory, and policy-related risks facing investors in the Jordanian energy sector.

Khalifeh & Partners Named “National Law Firm of the Year – Jordan” at IFLR Middle East Awards

Khalifeh & Partners has been awarded the prestigious title of National Law Firm of the Year (Jordan) at the IFLR1000 Middle East Awards 2018, held on 17 October at the Burj Al Arab, Dubai. The awards recognize the most innovative legal work undertaken across the region over the past year, spanning six categories and honoring the firms and teams behind them.

Khalifeh & Partners Recognized by Energy Charter Secretariat for Contributions to Energy Investment Risk Assessment

Partner Khaldoun Nazer of Khalifeh & Partners has been awarded a Certificate of Appreciation by the Energy Charter Secretariat in recognition of the firm’s contribution to the 2019 edition of the Energy Investment Risk Assessment (EIRA) report.

Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia Enters into Subscription Agreement with Capital Bank

Khalifeh & Partners is advising the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia (PIF) on its strategic investment in Capital Bank of Jordan, one of the region’s leading financial institutions with operations across Jordan, Iraq, and the broader Middle East.

Khalifeh & Partners Advises Nebras Power on Strategic Acquisition in Jordan’s Energy Sector

Qatari shareholding company Nebras Power has acquired 40% of The AES Corporation’s interest in the Al-Manakhir IPP4 power plant in Jordan, marking a significant step in Nebras’ growing regional energy portfolio.

Amazon’s Acquisition of Souq.com Marks Pivotal Moment in Middle East E-Commerce

In what is considered one of the most significant M&A transactions in the history of the Middle East, Amazon has acquired Souq.com, the region’s largest online retailer. The transaction signals Amazon’s strategic entry into a region where e-commerce remains relatively underdeveloped, and positions the Middle East as a potential new frontier for online retail growth.

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