Day: October 4, 2022

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Government Policy

Arab Parliament commends King’s efforts towards Palestinian cause

The Arab Parliament commended His Majesty King Abdullah’s role and efforts to reach a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian cause.

The Arab Parliament voiced its full support for the Hashemite custodianship of Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem (Al-Quds Al-Sharif).

He expressed appreciation King Abdullah’s efforts to include Palestinians in regional economic cooperation projects, which would enhance their steadfastness on the ground and mitigate their challenges.

The Arab Parliament made the remarks in a session, held in Cairo and chaired by Speaker Adel Abdulrahman Al Asoomi, Second Deputy Speaker MP Khalil Atiyeh, and the Jordanian delegation represented by MP Ali Khalayleh and Senator Ehsan Barakat.

The Arab Parliament expressed its confidence that the upcoming Arab summit, to be held in Algeria, will be an “exceptional summit”, in which Arab unity will be reconciled, especially as it comes at a defining moment in which the region needs to strengthen Arab solidarity and coordinate joint Arab efforts.

Source: Jordan News Agency

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General

Minister says supporting housing government priority

The Minister of Public Works and Housing, Yahya Kasabi, Tuesday said that securing adequate housing is one of the most important priorities that the government is striving to meet.

Kasabi said several royal and housing programmes targeting poor families were implemented across Jordan to further development by improving housing conditions and expanding housing options for all in a sustainable environment.

The Minister added during a ceremony to mark World Habitat Day that the government is committed to the urban agenda launched by the UN Human Settlements Programme in Kyoto, the implementation mechanism for the eleventh sustainable development goal.

According to a statement by the Ministry of Works, Kasabi said that the government presented its first voluntary report on the progress made in the axes of the urban agenda at the high-level meeting held at the UN General Assembly.

He noted that the government helped secure funding to implement the agenda axes and the development of new financing mechanisms through partnerships between the public and private sectors.

He highlighted that Jordan, as part of its economic reforms scheme, launched last June the vision of economic modernisation for the next ten years under the slogan “a better future”, as it focused on improving comprehensive and sustainable growth.

Source: Jordan News Agency

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Government Policy

King, Oman sultan exchange medals

Muscat, Oct 4 (Petra) His Majesty King Abdullah on Tuesday bestowed the Order of the Bejewelled Grand Cordon of Al Nahda (Order of the Renaissance) on Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman, in recognition of his efforts to enhance the deep-rooted ties between Jordan and Oman, and marking King Abdullah’s official visit to Oman.

The Bejewelled Order of Al Nahda is granted to kings, princes, and heads of states.

Sultan Haitham bestowed the Oman Civil Order of the First Class on His Majesty, one of the highest medals in Oman, in appreciation of His Majesty, and in recognition of the deep-rooted ties between the two countries.

The exchange of medals took place at Al Alam Palace in Muscat, in the presence of Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, and the Honourable Lady Assayida Ahd Abdullah Al Busaidi, spouse of the sultan.

Sultan Haitham also hosted a dinner banquet in honour of His Majesty.

Crown Prince Al Hussein, the accompanying Jordanian delegation, Oman royal family members, and senior Omani officials attended the banquet.

Source: Jordan News Agency

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General

Jordan welcomes US efforts to demarcate Lebanese border

The Foreign Ministry Tuesday welcomed the progress made by the U.S. efforts to demarcate the borders between Lebanon and Israel that would allow Lebanon to benefit from gas fields in the Mediterranean, address economic challenges and uphold security and stability.

The spokesman for the Ministry, Ambassador Haitham Abu Al Foul, affirmed Jordan’s support for all actions that further the interests of Lebanon and serve its security and stability and Jordan’s full support for Lebanon to address the challenges it grapples with.

Source: Jordan News Agency

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Business & Finance

Global oil prices hike

Oil prices rose during trading Tuesday amid fears of global supply shortage after news that “OPEC” is considering reducing production by more than one million barrels per day, according to the Wall Street Journal.

The dollar index decreased by 0.2 per cent to 111.8 points and recorded the highest level at 112.5 points and the lowest at 111.4 points.

US “NYMEX” crude futures for November delivery rose 5.2 per cent to $83.5 a barrel, and Brent crude futures for December delivery rose 4.3 per cent to $88.77 a barrel.

Source: Jordan News Agency

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Government Policy

King holds talks with Oman sultan in Muscat

His Majesty King Abdullah and Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman on Tuesday reaffirmed pride in the strength of the deep-rooted ties between the two countries and peoples, expressing keenness to bolster bilateral relations across all fields.

At expanded talks held at Al Alam Palace in Muscat, the two leaders agreed to advance economic cooperation between the two countries, especially in trade, investment, and industry.

During the meeting, attended by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, the two leaders stressed the need to step up trade exchange between the two countries and called for the Oman-Jordan Joint Committee to reconvene after the Royal visit.

Discussions also focused on the importance of bolstering cooperation between the private sectors in the two countries, and maintaining coordination and consultation on various issues of mutual concern, especially on food security and energy.

King Abdullah expressed appreciation for Oman’s position and continuous efforts to bolster security and stability in the region.

The meeting, attended by a number of senior officials on both sides, covered recent regional and international developments.

His Majesty emphasised the centrality of the Palestinian cause, the importance of supporting the Palestinians as they seek their just and legitimate rights, and the need to achieve just and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution.

Discussions also touched on the importance of reaching political solutions to regional crises, in order to restore security and stability to the region and its peoples.

For his part, Sultan Haitham welcomed His Majesty and the accompanying delegation to Oman, highlighting the deep-rooted ties between the two countries and peoples.

Earlier, His Majesty was accorded an official welcoming ceremony upon arrival at Al Alam Palace.

Source: Jordan News Agency

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Business & Finance

New Civil Defense center to be established in Aqaba Industrial Estate

An advanced civil defense and risk management center will be set up at the Aqaba International Industrial Estate to deal with emergencies at factories in the area, Interior Minister Mazen Al-Faraya announced on Tuesday.

Al-Faraya told a meeting with representatives of industrial establishments at the Aqaba Governorate headquarters of the need for a security mechanism or oversight body to ensure public safety in their companies and businesses.

He said a tender was floated for the JD5 million civil defense center with skilled and trained manpower to respond to accidents and hazardous materials and supervise emergency plans in the industrial facilities.

For his part, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Phosphate Mines Company Mohammad Thneibat said it was agreed to establish the national center, noting that companies will contribute to the project within their social responsibility.

Source: Jordan News Agency

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Business & Finance

ASE to partake in World Investor Week 2022

The Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) on Tuesday announced it will participate in the World Investor Week (WIW) from November 3 to 9, which is organized by the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO).

ACE Executive Director, Mazen Wahaifi, underscored commitment to cooperate with local and global institutions to boost and promote investment and financial knowledge, noting that the participation aims to keep pace with IOSCO’s events and global standards.

The ASE will post educational videos and reports on its website and social media accounts, where sustainable financing will be highlighted as the driving force for sustainable development, governance, and environmental and social investment.

The World Investor Week is an annual international and educational initiative launched by IOSCO for the first time back in 2017 to raise financial knowledge and locally and globally educate and protect investors. Over 100 member countries are taking part in the event.

Source: Jordan News Agency

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Business & Finance

$22mln deal signed with USAID to cut water loss in Amman, Zarqa

The Jordan Water Company (Miyahuna) has signed a $22.6 million grant agreement with the United States Agency for International Cooperation (USAID) for the third phase of a nationwide project to reduce water loss to 25 percent by 2040.

Signed by Director-General of Miyahuna Mohammad Ouran and USAID representatives in the presence of Water Minister Mohammad Najjar, the deal seeks to decrease water loss, raise the efficiency and performance of water sources and develop water supply infrastructure, especially in areas served by Miyahuna, in the Amman and Zarqa governorates.

Najjar said the government realizes the challenges of water, climate change and dwindling potable water supplies due to poor rainwater seasons, adding that the water sector had “an ambitious” plan to curb water loss by 25 percent by 2040.

The total value of USAID donations under the agreement is $22.6 million, which is added to Miyahuna’s contribution of $2.4 million to meet the project’s goals and achievements in the next four years, Najjar explained.

The deal aims to rehabilitate water networks in Amman and Zarqa, as well as insulating water lines, pressure monitors, leak detectives and detecting illegal links.

Under the agreement, Miyahuna will prepare a thorough plan for the infrastructures of the Central Region’s governorates, which will be used as a reference in future planning to accommodate rasing demand for water until 2040.

Through Miyahuna’s financing, a campaign will be launched in Amman and Zarqa to fix or replace water meters through a previous USAID-funded survey.

USAID, in coordination with the Ministry of Water, has been providing technical support to enhance the performance of water companies, cut down water loss and upgrade the infrastructure to achieve a sustainable, flexible water sector in the Kingdom.

Source: Jordan News Agency

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General

Amman court hears testimonies in Luweibdeh building collapse case

The Amman Magistrates Court has heard the testimonies of 16 Public Prosecution witnesses in the case of the deadly collapse of an apartment building in the Amman neighborhood of Jabal Luweibdeh three weeks ago.

Two witnesses remained in hospital with serious wounds, 21 days after the collapse in which 14 people died and 9 were injured.

During its fourth public session this morning, which was presided over by Judge Sharaf Abu Latifa, the court decided to remand the three defendants in custody for another week, and not to hear the testimony of another witness, the father of a girl who survived the incident.

The case includes a report submitted by 5 experts after the Amman Public Prosecutor formed a special technical committee to determine the cause of the collapse and pinpoint responsibility.

Among those testifying was a mother who lost her three children, who were buried under the rubble, recounting the moments before she left the house, where she lived for 18 years, and the moments later until they were laid to rest. She said cracks have been in the walls since the day she rented her apartment, and that the building had undergone maintenance.

The court decided to adjourn the trial until next Tuesday, and complete the hearings of Public Prosecution witnesses.

Source: Jordan News Agency