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Jordan News
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
A Look into the Numbers from the 200-Day Poll: Jordanian Media Regains Public Trust - Jordan News
The Center for Strategic Studies at the University of Jordan is distinguished by its well-established traditions, developed over many years, in conducting general and specialized public opinion surveys regarding the views and attitudes of the Jordanian public and elites on the formation of governments and other domestic issues, including economic and political matters. اضافة اعلان No one can question the 'institutional integrity' of the center, which stands on a solid scientific foundation and deep-rooted expertise in conducting surveys. Likewise, the credibility of its leadership is beyond reproach, as most of them hold academic degrees in political science, statistics, and the humanities and social sciences. They are well-versed in scientific research and public opinion measurement fundamentals. There is no doubt that the center's surveys serve as important and vital "indicators" for decision-makers, each within their relevant domains—be it public affairs, economics, society, or media. The official release of the results at fixed intervals in front of the media reflects a methodological, institutional, and scientific commitment by the center's team and confirms their transparency and credibility in engaging with public opinion. Some may disagree—justifiably so—either in part or in full, with the center's findings. However, it's undeniable that these surveys carry significant value, topics, and timing, especially in the absence of any alternative or independent entities undertaking this rigorous and appreciated work. As a researcher specialized in media and local affairs, what concerns me most is the aspect of "trust in the media" revealed in the center's survey results after 200 days of Dr. Jaafar Hassan's government. These findings deserve close reading and analysis, particularly those related to public sentiment toward media performance. The first of these indicators is that a 'high level of trust' in Jordanian media was recorded, with 67% of respondents expressing confidence. The second is an 'unprecedented rise' in trust within a record time—an increase of 16% between the 100-day and 200-day polls, climbing from 51% to 67%. Perhaps most noteworthy is the significant gap in trust between Jordanian media (of all types—public and private) and social media platforms. The difference approaches 20 percentage points in favor of traditional media (67%) compared to 47% for social media platforms. While 47% is not insignificant and warrants further discussion, that is beyond the scope of this analysis. Some official media institutions managed to top the trust rankings, even if those results may not please everyone. The hard truth is that scientific, survey-based studies do not offer results that cater to personal preferences or align with emotional responses. Rather, they reveal facts as captured by unbiased, systematic research methods. According to the survey, Al-Mamlaka TV (The Kingdom Channel) received the highest level of trust among Jordanian media institutions (72%), followed by Jordan TV (66%), and then other Jordanian media institutions (63%). These unprecedented levels of trust stem from several factors, including the explosive regional situation and the orchestrated campaigns of misinformation targeting the Jordanian state and its balanced political positions—particularly regarding the Palestinian cause. Social media platforms, often a breeding ground for demonization and doubt, have sometimes exerted psychological and intellectual pressure on the Jordanian public, attempting to undermine trust in national institutions and moderate political discourse. Yet rather than succeeding, these campaigns have had the opposite effect: they prompted Jordanians to cling more tightly to their national media, seeking a trustworthy, responsible, and calm narrative—one that prioritizes the nation's interest and appeals to logic over emotion. This increased trust is also due to qualitative improvements in the performance of some Jordanian media institutions. This trust is not a coincidence—it reflects clear efforts to provide professional content based on accuracy, balance, and adherence to ethical and professional standards. Both public and private media outlets in Jordan have realized the importance of staying connected to the public pulse—conveying the truth without exaggeration or downplaying, and proving, in a time of doubt and misinformation, that they remain the closest and most committed sources to serving the public's informational and intellectual security. Another key factor in building trust in Jordanian media has been the activation of its digital presence, along with that of official figures, on social media platforms. After years of allowing this space to be dominated by rumors, speculation, and misleading information, Jordanian institutions are beginning to understand the importance of being active and responsive in the digital sphere. Media outlets and officials' accounts now use digital platforms as direct communication tools with the public, enhancing their credibility and narrowing the gap between institutions and the people. This presence has evolved beyond just promotion or broadcasting news—it now includes responding, clarifying, and engaging with audiences. As a result, even in the open environment of digital interaction, Jordanian media has become a reliable reference point and a rational alternative to informational chaos. It's also impossible to discuss the rise in trust without acknowledging the relatively acceptable and reasonable level of media freedom in Jordan. While it may not reach the ideal threshold of total freedom, it has created a safe and responsible space where the media can report truthfully and express public opinion without falling into disorder or media blackmail. The rise in Jordanians' trust in their local media is not just a statistic in a survey—it reflects a collective awareness formed in response to external pressure and confusion. It reflects people's need for media that resembles them, speaks for them, and defends their national principles. Jordanian media has succeeded, at this critical historical moment, because it chose to be national, responsible, and rational—restoring a significant portion of its standing in the hearts of Jordanians. What this poll shows is a call for Jordanian media to continue this upward path—but without arrogance or complacency. Trust, as difficult as it is to build, can be shaken easily if transparency fades or the quality of content, analysis, and consistent innovation declines.
Jordan News
04-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Public Trust in Jordanian Government Surges After 200 Days, Poll Finds - Jordan News
Public Trust in Jordanian Government Surges After 200 Days, Poll Finds Public confidence in Prime Minister Jafar Hassan's government has significantly increased 200 days into its term, accompanied by rising economic optimism, according to a new nationwide poll released Sunday by the Center for Strategic Studies (CSS) at the University of Jordan. اضافة اعلان The survey reveals a marked positive trend in public sentiment. Sixty-five percent of Jordanians now express confidence in the government's ability to govern effectively, a substantial jump from 51% recorded after its first 100 days and 54% upon its formation. Among the Kingdom's opinion leaders, 64% currently endorse the government's performance, compared to 70% at the 100-day mark and 52% at its inception. Notably, Hassan's administration has achieved the highest public confidence ratings for governing capability recorded for any Jordanian government since the CSS began tracking this metric in 2011. Economic sentiment also shows marked improvement; over half (52%) of Jordanians perceive the economy to be on the right track, a dramatic turnaround from only 14% two years ago. Correspondingly, optimism about the Jordanian economy under the current government is notable, shared by 58% of the public and 47% of opinion leaders. Confidence in the Prime Minister personally mirrors the government's upward trajectory. Within the national sample, 71% believe Hassan is effectively handling his responsibilities, surging from 55% after 100 days and 57% when he took office. Among opinion leaders, his approval stands strong at 75% (compared to 76% at 100 days and 55% at formation). The cabinet also enjoys improved ratings, with 60% of the public expressing confidence in the ministerial team's performance (up from 47% at 100 days, 50% at formation). Opinion leaders' confidence registered at 54% (vs. 55% at 100 days, 45% at formation). This translates into broader optimism towards the cabinet, shared by 58% of the public and 50% of opinion leaders. Trust in the nation's institutions extends beyond the core government. Jordanian media outlets saw a notable increase in public trust, reaching 63% in this poll, up significantly from 48% at the 100-day mark. Reflecting the overall increased confidence, a striking 74% of Jordanians now believe the country is heading in the right direction, a significant leap from 47% who felt this way at the 100-day mark and 55% when the government was formed. Public engagement remains high. Over half (52%) of the national sample are actively following the government's actions, a figure that climbs to 94% among opinion leaders. Prime Minister Hassan's nationwide field visits are well-received, approved by 66% of Jordanians, with 40% stating the visits positively impacted their home governorate. Perceptions of government service delivery have also improved. A combined 75% of citizens now either "strongly agree" (36%) or "somewhat agree" (39%) that the government is making its best effort to provide public services – a considerable increase from the 100-day assessment. Furthermore, slightly more people (55%, up from 51%) feel they can criticize the government without fear. Despite the positive momentum, there is little appetite for immediate change; 65% of the public and 56% of opinion leaders oppose a cabinet reshuffle at this time. Trust in Jordan's core state security institutions remains exceptionally robust, with the Jordanian Armed Forces - Arab Army, the Public Security Directorate (PSD), the General Intelligence Directorate (GID), and the Civil Defense Directorate (CDD) each commanding 99% public confidence. //Petra// AA
Ammon
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Ammon
99% of Jordanians trust Arab Army, Intelligence Department
Ammon News - The results of a survey conducted by the Center for Strategic Studies at the University of Jordan on Dr. Jafar Hassan's government, 200 days after its formation, showed a rise in Jordanians' confidence in security agencies and state confidence in the Arab Army reached 99%, the Public Security Directorate 89%, the General Intelligence Department 99%, and the Civil Defense Department 99%.
Ammon
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Ammon
Poll shows 65% of Jordanians do not support cabinet reshuffle
Ammon News - The Center for Strategic Studies at the University of Jordan announced on Sunday, the results of a public opinion poll on Dr. Jafar Hassan's government, 200 days after its survey results generally showed increased confidence in the government compared to previous surveys. Within 200 days of its formation, 65% of the national sample expressed confidence in the government's ability to fulfill its responsibilities, up from 51% in the "100-day survey" and 54% in the poll conducted at the time of its the opinion leaders sample, 64% expressed confidence in the government's ability to fulfill its responsibilities over the next 200 day, compared to 70% in the 100-day poll and 52% in the formation survey indicated that, since 2011, Prime Minister Dr. Jaafar Hassan and his government have earned the highest level of public trust in their capacity to manage the responsibilities of the transitional period, compared to previous percentage of those in the national sample who believe that Prime Minister Dr. Jafar Hassan was able to bear the responsibilities of the stage rose to 71% within 200-days of formation, compared to 55% in the 100-day survey, and 57% in the formation survey, the survey opinion leaders, 75% expressed confidence in the Prime Minister's ability to fulfill his duties after 200 days, compared to 76% at the 100-day mark and 55% when the government was first the ministerial team, the percentage of those who believe it is capable of fulfilling its responsibilities among the national sample rose to 60% over the 200-day period, compared to 47% in the 100-day survey and 50% in the formation percentage among the opinion leaders sample reached 54%, compared to 55% in the 100-day survey and 45% in the formation than half of the national sample respondents 58% and 50% of the opinion leaders sample expressed optimism about the government's ministerial survey revealed that 66% of Jordanians, are satisfied with the field visits conducted by Prime Minister Dr. Jafar Hassan since the formation of the government, and 40% believe these visits have had a positive impact on their governorate.52% of Jordanians, are following what the current government has done or is doing since its formation, while the vast majority of the opinion leaders sample, 94%, reported that they are following what the government has done or is doing, according to the the survey shows that 36% of citizens now strongly agree and 39% somewhat agree that the government is making every effort to deliver all necessary services—a notable rise from the 100-day survey, in which only 17% strongly agreed and 45% somewhat same applies to the opinion leader sample, where 10% strongly agree and 61% somewhat agree that the government is doing everything it can to provide citizens with all findings also indicated that the proportion of individuals who believe they can criticize the government without fear rose from 51% to 55% over the 200-day survey the cabinet reshuffle, the survey results showed that 56% of the opinion leaders sample and 65% of the national sample do not support a cabinet Jordanians' confidence in the country's governmental, legislative, political, and security institutions has also increased, with citizens' confidence in the Arab Army reaching 99%, Public Security Directorate 89%, General Intelligence Department 99%, and Civil Defense 99%.
Ammon
26-01-2025
- Politics
- Ammon
'Deal of the Century' is back again, Will Jordan, Palestinians accept displacement?
Ammon News - The Deal of the Century or "Trump peace plan", which released in 2019, quickly returned to the forefront a week after his return to the White House, asking His Majesty King Abdullah II to receive more Palestinian refugees in Jordan, which reveals a plan for displacement that will empty the land of its owners. The plan was accompanied by economic pressure on the Kingdom of Jordan, according to what political analysts see, after the announcement of the suspension of US aid to Jordan for 90 days, although this is not the first time that Jordan has been subjected to U.S. pressure regarding accepting plans for the expansion of the Israeli occupation in the West Bank. The Researcher at Center for Strategic Studies at the University of Jordan, Dr. Ahmad Al Hyari, said that two consecutive decisions taken by the US president raise concerns for Jordan, the first of which is the suspension of aid, and the second is his statements regarding the displacement of Palestinians to the Kingdom. In a statements to Ammon, Al Hyari confirmed that what makes us worried is linking the US aid or Jordan-US relations in general to accepting the plan and receiving immigrants from Gaza. Al Hyari also considered that the displacement, although it began in the Gaza Strip for goals that Washington considers a humanitarian crisis, will extend to include the West Bank, which was revealed by leaks of Trump's promises to the Israeli occupation government's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and thus ending the Palestinian issue at the expense of Jordan and Egypt. Jordan must work to review its foreign policy, he said, pointing out that the Kingdom is paying the price today for its advanced positions on the aggression on the Gaza Strip. Al Hyari stressed that what was suitable before Trump assumed the presidency cannot be suitable after it, calling on the state to search for political alternatives and to pick up the signal that other countries picked up, so that we can interact well with the new US administration, develop the work of our embassies abroad and reform our politicians to penetrate the American environment and gain support. Jordan has been receiving US aid for more than 70 years, whether directly to the treasury or in the form projects support from USAID, and in return the Jordanian people still reject the Americans, which is what we must try to change, he added. Al Hyari questioned the level of acceptance among Jordanians regarding receiving additional Palestinian refugees, whether from Gaza or the West Bank. He also questioned the implications if Egypt were to agree to such a plan, asking whether it would leave us to face the situation alone. At the same time, Al Hyari said that Jordan will completely reject Trump's plan, because displacement is a red line for the Kingdom, as His Majesty King Abdullah II stated since the beginning of the Israeli occupation's aggression on the Gaza Strip. He also indicated that this is not the first time that Jordan has been subjected to US pressure regarding accepting the Israeli occupation's expansion plans in the West Bank, and it has always stood in the face of it as an impregnable barrier, whether it was during Trump's first term, or during the former President Biden's administration, and it will also face it in Trump's second term. Director of the Politics and Society Institute, Dr. Rasha Fityan, said that US President Donald Trump is coming with a new policy for the Middle East region, linked to supporting the Israeli occupation and its plans in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. Fityan confirmed to Ammon that the decision to suspend foreign aid for 90 days, which included Jordan and excluded the occupation and Egypt, is intended to pressure Jordan to know its position regarding the plan to displace the Palestinians. The Jordanian government must be aware of this upcoming policy and balance between the need for financial support from abroad on the one hand and preserving the land on the other hand, she added. Fityan wondered, if Jordan rejects Trump's new plan, will US aid to Jordan be suspend only? Or will it be followed by stopping other foreign aid, such as from Europe or others? And will Jordan be able to compensate for it from other donor countries? She also asked about the position of the Palestinians themselves on the idea of displacement and the extent of their acceptance of it, whether from the Gaza Strip or the West Bank, noting that Palestinians are now more deeply connected to their land than ever before. At the same time, she stressed that if some Palestinians accept the idea of displacement in order to secure their lives, this displacement must be temporary and guarantee their return to Palestine after the infrastructure and the Palestinian Authority are re-established, although this proposal may not be acceptable to the occupation, but the ones who determine its imposition are the Palestinians themselves and other countries that must bear this burden. Fityan pointed out that new negotiations must be initiated to ensure the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip, the temporary absorption of immigrants to ensure their return after reconstruction, and caution against the Israeli pressure policy based on "cleansing the land" of non-Jews and deporting them to other countries, explaining that we should have prepared for this, but the occupation is implementing its plans more quickly. Another point of view, the political researcher Dr. Mohammad Gharaibeh told Ammon that the new US administration is made up of people who are all very supportive of the Israeli occupation, and are working to complete the Deal of the Century or "Trump peace plan". These people who are biased towards Israel believe that they can solve the Palestinian problem economically, and perhaps they do not see their existence in the first place, Gharaibeh added. Gharaibeh warned that Trump's plan to displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip today is a gateway to what will happen later in the West Bank in terms of displacement, and if it is not forced, it will be by forcing them to emigrate through military operations similar to the events in Gaza and what the occupation began in the Jenin camp in the West Bank. Gharaibeh cited the extremist Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich statement that 2025 will be the year of sovereignty over the West Bank. The researcher stressed that the displacement of Palestinians to Jordan is an actual declaration of war, which His Majesty had stated repeatedly, even though Jordan is a country that does not favor the military option. However, when all means are exhausted, the decision will be in the hands of the supreme leadership. He called on Arab countries to adhere to the Palestinians' right to establish their state on the borders of June 4, 1967, noting that the United States offers solutions that suit Israel only, and therefore we must say no to all of Trump's proposals and attempts. Gharaibeh also warned that US is trying to expand the normalization file with Arab countries, which will end the Palestinian cause, and we must reject it, especially since it exposes Jordan's back. As for the economic pressure on Jordan to accept this displacement via the suspension of US aid, Gharaibeh confirmed that it is not a winning card against Jordan, pointing out that Jordan will not lose its country for one or two billion dollars, and the Kingdom is able to continue without this US aid.
