Jordan’s economic outlook for 2024 | Jordan Times
Dec 28, 2024 · By In 2024, Jordan’s economy witnessed several developments that highlighted a delicate balance between relative stability in certain indicators and the persistent structural challenges hindering sustainable economic growth. Despite the government’s efforts to improve economic performance, local and regional conditions, coupled with global pressures, continued to constrain growth and ...
Syria’s future and its impact on Jordan’s | Jordan Times
Jan 4, 2025 · Syria today stands at the precipice of an arduous recovery. After years of devastation, its reconstruction is not merely an internal affair—it will reshape the region, affecting economies and geopolitics alike. For Jordan, this is more than a moment of observation. It is an opportunity to recalibrate our economy, renew old partnerships, and reaffirm our place as a …
18,000 Syrians returned home since December 8 – minister
Dec 26, 2024 · AMMAN — About 18,000 Syrians have returned to their homeland since the fall of Bashar Al Assad's regime on December 8, Interior Minister Mazen Faraya said on Thursday, noting that this includes 2,300 UN-registered refugees who left camps and urban areas in Jordan.In statement to the government-owned Al Mamlaka TV Faraya said despite this movement, the Ramtha border crossing with Syria's ...
Hamas says 'new' Israeli conditions delaying agreement on Gaza ...
Dec 26, 2024 · GAZA STRIP, Palestinian Territories — Hamas accused Israel on Wednesday of imposing "new conditions" that it said were delaying a ceasefire agreement in the war in Gaza, though it acknowledged negotiations were still ongoing.
Gaza rescuers say Israeli air strike kills 7 children from one family
Dec 21, 2024 · GAZA STRIP, Palestinian Territories — Gaza's civil defence rescue agency reported that an Israeli air strike killed 10 members of a family on Friday in the northern part of the territory, including seven children.Violence in the Gaza Strip continues to rock the coastal territory more than 14 months into the Hamas-Israel war, even as international mediators work to negotiate a ceasefire ...
Pope calls for 'arms to be silenced' across world | Jordan Times
Dec 26, 2024 · Pope Francis waves from the window of the apostolic palace overlooking St. Peter's square for the Angelus prayer on December 26, 2024 in The Vatican (AFP photo) VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis called Wednesday for "arms to be silenced" around the world in his Christmas address, appealing for peace in ...
Cabinet endorses new vehicle licensing and registration bylaw
Dec 31, 2024 · -New regulations aim at addressing irregularities in previous bylaw -Licensing fees are now based on pre-customs value not engine capacity-All cars licensed before January 1, 2025 will not be affected by new bylaw-New decision seeks to encourage use of electric, hybrid cars
UN force sounds alarm over Israeli 'destruction' in south Lebanon
Dec 26, 2024 · Lebanese soldiers stand next to a damaged building in the southern Lebanese village of Khiam on December 23, 2024, after the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the area under a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah (AFP photo)) BEIRUT, Lebanon — The United Nations' peacekeeping force in Lebanon expressed ...
Deputising for King, Crown Prince delivers Jordan’s address at …
Nov 12, 2024 · AMMAN — Deputising for His Majesty King Abdullah, HRH Crown Prince Hussein participated on Tuesday in the UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) hosted by Azerbaijan in Baku.Crown Prince Hussein delivered Jordan’s address at COP29, which is held with the participation of heads of state from around the world, as well as heads of delegation and representatives of international and economic ...
As Jordan resumes trade with Syria, Cabinet approves measures to …
Jan 11, 2025 · -Cabinet offers freight subsidies to help farmers, exporters compete in international markets-Decision comes in response to challenges facing agricultural sector, including border closures, high air freight costs-Subsidies expected to boost production, create jobs, reduce financial losses-Minister of agriculture says Jordan ready …