Jordan
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Economic pressures drive delays in marriage, financial independence — analyst
AMMAN — For decades, reaching adulthood in Jordan followed a clear path. Young adults finished university, found a steady job, bought or rented a home, and started a family. Today, that path is under growing pressure, leaving many young Jordanians dependent on their families for longer and delaying major life milestones. Data from the Department of Statistics (DoS) highlights the…
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10m euro project launched to reduce sedimentation in King Talal Dam
AMMAN — The Jordan Valley Authority (JVA), in partnership with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the Netherlands, on Monday launched a four-year project to reduce sedimentation in the King Talal Dam basin and enhance water security. The project, funded by the Dutch government for 10 million euros, was launched in the presence of Dutch Ambassador to…
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Senate president, Qatari ambassador discuss cooperation
AMMAN — Senate President Faisal Fayez on Monday commended the deep-rooted ties between Jordan and Qatar during a meeting with Qatari Ambassador to Jordan Sheikh Saud bin Nasser Al Thani. The meeting, attended by Head of the Jordanian-Qatari Parliamentary Fraternity Committee Senator Khawla Armouti, focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation and discussing regional developments, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. Fayez…
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Tourism Minister: Invitation Extended to Coptic Church to Participate in Celebrations of the Baptism of Jesus Christ
Al-Taj News – Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Imad Hijazin said on Monday that Pope Tawadros II has been invited for the Coptic Church to participate in preparations for and celebrations marking the second millennium of the Baptism of Jesus Christ in Jordan in 2030. Hijazin said in press remarks that the Coptic Church is one of the mother churches…
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Jordan Seismological Observatory: 63 Local Earthquakes Recorded Since the Beginning of 2026
Al-Taj News – The Jordan Seismological Observatory confirmed that seismic activity in Jordan and around the world remains stable and steady, with the observatory recording 324 local and distant earthquakes since the beginning of 2026 through August 16. Observatory Director Ghassan Sweidan said seismic activity in Jordan is currently stable, ranging from weak to moderate. He noted that 63 local…
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Gold Prices Rise Locally to JD 89.60 per Gram
Al-Taj News – Gold prices in the local market rose by half a dinar per gram on Monday, according to the daily pricing issued by the General Syndicate of Owners of Trade and Jewelry Shops. The selling price of 21-karat gold, the most sought-after among Jordanians, reached JD 89.60 per gram at jewelry shops, while the buying price stood at…
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Army Foils Major Drug Smuggling Attempt Using Balloons Directed Toward Jordan
Al-Taj News – The Southern Military Region foiled early Monday a major attempt to smuggle narcotics in a specialized operation during which directed balloons carrying large quantities of drugs were detected while en route to Jordanian territory. Border Guard units, within their area of responsibility, detected the balloons, intercepted and brought them down inside Jordanian territory, and seized their cargo…
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Parliament Continues Discussion of Local Administration Draft Law Today
Al-Taj News – The House of Representatives will continue, during a legislative session on Monday, discussing the articles of the Local Administration Draft Law of 2026, which consists of 70 articles. The draft law comes in line with the outcomes of the Royal Committee to Modernize the Political System, the objectives of the Economic Modernization Vision, and the roadmap for…
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King Begins State Visit to China Today, Meets with President Xi
Al-Taj News – His Majesty King Abdullah II begins a state visit to the People’s Republic of China on Monday, aimed at strengthening bilateral and economic relations. During the visit, His Majesty is scheduled to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang, and Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress Zhao Leji. The King will…
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Temperatures Drop on Monday with Chance of Light Showers in the North
Temperatures will drop slightly on Monday, reaching around their average levels for this time of year. The weather will be moderate and summery in most areas, and hot in the Jordan Valley, Dead Sea, and Aqaba, with clouds appearing at various altitudes. There is a chance of light showers during the evening hours in limited parts of the northern regions.…
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