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Jordan News
6 days ago
- Business
- Jordan News
Government: Global Prices of Kerosene and Both Grades of Gasoline Decline - Jordan News
The prices of petroleum derivatives in global markets decreased during the third week of July, compared to the second week of the same month, according to the weekly bulletin issued by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources. اضافة اعلان According to the report: The average price of gasoline (Octane 95) dropped from $686 to $675 per ton, marking a decrease of approximately 2%. The price of gasoline (Octane 90) fell from $668 to $657 per ton, also a 2% decrease. In contrast, the average price of diesel rose slightly from $654 to $656 per ton, an increase of around 0.3%. The average price of kerosene declined marginally from $671 to $670 per ton, a decrease of about 0.1%. The price of fuel oil saw a sharper decline, dropping from $412 to $400 per ton, a reduction of around 3%. Meanwhile, the average price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for July stood at $553 per ton, compared to $578 in June, reflecting a 4% decrease. Additionally, the average price of Brent crude oil fell from $72 to $71 per barrel, a 1% decline.

Ammon
16-07-2025
- Business
- Ammon
Jordan, Saudi Arabia discuss joint geological surveys, mining sector cooperation
Ammon News - Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Saleh Kharabsheh on Wednesday emphasized the significance of strengthening Jordanian-Saudi cooperation in geological surveying and data sharing along shared border areas, to support the development of the mining sector in both countries. His remarks came during a meeting with Saudi Deputy Minister of Mining Affairs Khaled bin Saleh Al-Mudaifer, held on the sidelines of the Egypt International Mining Forum 2025. According to a statement by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, discussions focused on mechanisms for conducting joint geological surveys and enhancing the exchange of technical information. The two sides also explored the possibility of organizing an introductory meeting to bring together companies active in the mining sector from both countries, aiming to boost exploration efforts and encourage partnerships between the public and private sectors. Petra


Jordan News
12-07-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Energy Ministry: Global Gasoline Prices Drop, While Diesel and Kerosene Rise - Jordan News
Prices of gasoline (both 95 and 90 octane) decreased, while prices of diesel and kerosene increased in global markets, according to the weekly bulletin issued by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources. اضافة اعلان According to the bulletin: The average price of 95-octane gasoline in the first week of July was $684 per ton, down from $701 in June, marking a 3% decrease. The average price of 90-octane gasoline dropped to $666 per ton, compared to $681 last month, a decrease of approximately 2%. In contrast: The average price of diesel rose from $618 to $640 per ton, a 3% increase. Kerosene prices increased from $646 to $656 per ton, a 1% rise. The average price of fuel oil fell significantly from $664 to $604 per ton, a drop of around 9%. As for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), the average price this month stood at $553 per ton, down from $578 in June, marking a 4% decrease. Meanwhile, the average price of Brent crude oil in the first week of July was $70 per barrel, down from $72 in June, reflecting a 2% decline.
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Yahoo
Indonesia's Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano erupts twice in 2 days, unleashing 6-mile-high ash cloud
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. A volcano in Indonesia sent gigantic ash plumes into the sky during two eruptions on Tuesday (June 17) and Wednesday (June 18). Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki first erupted at 5:35 p.m. local time (5:35 a.m. ET) on Tuesday, unleashing a mushroom-shaped ash cloud measuring more than 6 miles (10 kilometers) high, Indonesia's Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources said in a translated statement. The cloud was visible up to 95 miles (150 km) from the volcano and showered nearby villages with debris, according to the statement. The eruption was accompanied by rumbling, lightning and thunder, which is typical of explosive eruptions that spew enormous amounts of material, officials said. A second eruption shook Lewotobi Laki-laki on Wednesday, shooting more ash 3 miles (5 km) into the sky, the Associated Press reported. No casualties have been reported from these eruptions. Related: Watch mesmerizing 1,000-foot-tall lava fountains: Kilauea volcano erupting in ways not seen for 40 years Lewotobi Laki-laki is one of two volcanic peaks on the Lewotobi edifice in Flores, an island in eastern Indonesia with about 2 million inhabitants. The other peak, Lewotobi Perempuan, is located less than 1.2 miles (2 km) away from Lewotobi Laki-laki and is currently less active. "Laki-laki" means "man" in Indonesian, while "perempuan" is a word for "woman" with somewhat derogatory connotations. Warning signs at Lewoboti Laki-laki prompted officials to raise the eruption alert to the highest level on Tuesday, according to the statement. RELATED STORIES —Mount Etna eruption in images: See Europe's largest active volcano blow from different angles —Never-before-seen chain of volcanoes discovered hiding near the Cook Islands —The closer a volcano is to erupting, the greener the trees around it look from space Muhammad Wafid, the head of Indonesia's Geological Survey at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, ordered evacuations within a radius of about 4 miles (7 km) from the eruption center and in an area where there is a risk of lava flows due to heavy rain. "We immediately deployed an Emergency Response Team to immediately be at the affected location to provide technical assistance," Wafid said in the statement. Dozens of flights were canceled or delayed as a result of the eruptions. An eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki in November 2024 killed at least 10 people. The volcano also erupted in March 2025.


Jordan Times
24-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
JREEEF, KOTRA launch knowledge sharing programme to advance clean energy in Jordan
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency on Wednesday launch the Knowledge Sharing Programme for 2024–2025 (Photo courtesy of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources) AMMAN — The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, through the Jordan Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Fund (JREEEF), in cooperation with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), on Wednesday launched the Knowledge Sharing Programme (KSP) for 2024–2025. The launch ceremony was attended by South Korean Ambassador Kim Pil-woo, Head of the Korean Delegation Kim Hak-Do, and representatives from the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation. The initiative aims to foster the exchange of expertise between Jordan and South Korea in renewable energy and energy efficiency, leveraging Korea's experience in policy development and implementation to support Jordan's goals of achieving energy security and environmental sustainability, according to an Energy Ministry statement. The KSP includes a series of activities aimed at facilitating technical and institutional knowledge-sharing, along with targeted capacity-building efforts for JREEEF staff. These efforts aim to enhance the fund's capabilities in policy analysis, programme design, and efficient implementation. As part of the programme, a specialised financial study would also be conducted to measure the impact of JREEEF's projects on reducing the national energy bill. The findings are expected to support the development of more effective energy-related fiscal policies and promote sustainable savings over the long term. JREEEF Director Rasmi Hamzeh highlighted the significance of the renewed partnership with KOTRA, describing it as a continuation of the strong, results-oriented cooperation between the two sides. Hamzeh noted that the programme will prioritise technical and financial assessments of current initiatives and the development of staff competencies to support future projects. KOTRA representative expressed appreciation for the strategic partnership with Jordan, emphasising that the initiative reflects South Korea's broader commitment to supporting energy development in partner countries through knowledge exchange and the sharing of successful practices. The programme is part of JREEEF's broader vision to support Jordan's shift toward clean, sustainable energy and to boost energy efficiency across all sectors by adopting international best practices tailored to the Kingdom's national priorities. Page 2