PM: National economic indicators are encouraging - Jordan News

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Prime Minister Jafar Hassan said on Tuesday that figures on national economic indicators are encouraging, reflecting improved performance in growth, trade and investment. اضافة اعلان During a meeting with the Progress Party's parliamentary bloc, attended by Acting Speaker of the House of Representatives Mustafa Khasawneh, the Prime Minister expressed hope that the momentum will continue and that the positive indicators will strengthen further. He noted that despite challenges in the mining sector caused by global conditions and fluctuating prices, the overall economic indicators would have reached record levels if not for these external factors. Hassan highlighted government efforts to support the tourism sector, which was significantly affected by regional tensions. He indicated positive signs of recovery, with increased activity expected during the upcoming tourism season in September. Emphasising that economic stability remains a top priority, he outlined plans aimed at achieving sustainable growth, creating jobs and supporting private sector development. He discussed major strategic projects across transport, water, infrastructure and energy sectors, stressing their importance in attracting foreign investment and achieving economic goals. He underlined the government's focus on economic modernisation through supporting the private sector, expanding its role and incentivising investment in industrial cities and development zones across governorates. Regarding public sector modernisation, he emphasised enhancing efficiency through digital transformation, institutional development and training programmes to improve citizen services. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to political modernisation, including the development of the Local Administration Law, aimed at strengthening municipal governance and addressing issues such as debt and service quality. The goal is to balance improved performance with governance reforms while maintaining democratic processes. Acting House of Representatives Speaker Mustafa Khasawneh highlighted the constitutional framework governing the relationship between the legislature and the executive, emphasising the importance of oversight in serving national interests. He praised the government's outreach to governorates and efforts to ease people's burdens amid economic challenges. Khasawneh noted that political modernisation has reshaped parliamentary work, reflecting Jordan's progress toward sustainable development and reform. Head of the Progress Party's parliamentary bloc MP Raed Dhahrawi commended King Abdullah II's efforts to promote regional peace and stability, especially regarding the Palestinian cause. He referenced the King's speech in Strasbourg, which outlined a roadmap emphasising a two-state solution and the need to resolve regional conflicts. Dhahrawi called for enhanced oversight in vital sectors such as health to safeguard people's well-being. The meeting included an extensive discussion, with members raising questions and proposals, addressed by the Prime Minister and relevant ministers.
Attending the session were Minister of State for Economic Affairs Muhannad Shehadeh; Minister of Political and Parliamentary Affairs Abdul Moneim Al Odat; and Minister of Labor Khaled Bakkar.