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Inflation rate rises to 2.13% in first seven months of 2026 — DoS
AMMAN — The inflation rate rose to 2.13 per cent during the first seven months of 2026 compared with 1.94 per cent during the same period in 2025, according to official data released by the Department of Statistics (DoS). Monthly inflation in July reached 2.70 per cent compared with 1.68 per cent recorded in July 2025, while the Consumer Price…
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Lower House begins deliberations on 2026 draft Local Administration Law
AMMAN — The Lower House on Sunday began deliberations on the 2026 draft Local Administration Law. Administrative Committee Chairman MP Khalifeh Diat said that the committee had substantially amended the government’s draft following consultations with relevant stakeholders to strengthen elected councils, enhance oversight of executive bodies and expand public participation. He said that the committee had removed provisions allowing the…
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21 investors obtain Jordanian citizenship in Q2
AMMAN — The Cabinet on Sunday was briefed on statistics on investors who obtained Jordanian citizenship or residency through investment during the second quarter of 2026. According to the statistics, 21 investors obtained Jordanian citizenship during the period, with their investments in the Kingdom exceeding $33 million and creating 767 jobs for Jordanians. Meanwhile, six investors obtained residency through investment,…
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Safadi, Qatari counterpart discuss relations, regional developments
AMMAN — Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Safadi held talks on Sunday with Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani that focused on bilateral ties and regional developments. The two ministers discussed ways to further strengthen the Amman-Doha ties, as well as regional developments, particularly efforts to de-escalate tensions, restore calm…
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Jordan, Arab, Islamic countries condemn Israel’s rejection of Gaza peace deal, Palestinian statehood
AMMAN — Jordan, Arab and Islamic countries on Sunday condemned Israel’s rejection of the Road Map for completing the implementation of US President Donald Trump’s Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict, as endorsed by UN Security Council Resolution 2803, as well as its rejection of Palestinian statehood. The foreign ministers of Jordan, the UAE, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia,…
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Cabinet allocates JD10m to Student Support Fund to assist additional 10,000 university students
AMMAN — Prime Minister Jafar Hassan on Sunday announced an additional JD10 million allocation to the Student Support Fund. The allocation, made under Royal directives from His Majesty King Abdullah and as part of government efforts to expand support for university students, will be financed through proceeds from public auctions of distinctive vehicle licence plates, according to a Prime Ministry…
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King’s China visit to advance Jordan-China strategic partnership — Chinese ambassador
AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah’s official visit to China on Monday will map out the next decade of strategic cooperation with Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to Chinese Ambassador to Jordan Guo Wei. Guo told the Jordan News Agency, Petra, that the upcoming summit marks a key milestone as Jordan and China approach the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations…
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King’s visit to China offers chance to deepen economic cooperation — JSF
– Chinese exports to Jordan each $6.29 billion in 2025 – Jordanian exports to China reach $430 million, concentrated mainly in phosphate, potash, fertilisers, chemicals, copper – Trade deficit between two countries estimated at about $5.86 billion – Chinese investment in Jordan reached $3.56 billion between 2010–2025, investment remains concentrated in few sectors AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah’s visit…
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