Amman: Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan addressed investors and economists on Sunday, emphasizing the collaborative development and participatory implementation of the economic modernisation vision. In a dialogue session organized by the Jordan Strategy Forum, Hassan committed his government to work closely with the private sector to achieve this vision. According to Jordan News Agency, Hassan highlighted the unified approach towards the project, expressing commitment to a clear timetable with defined priorities and goals. He acknowledged the challenges posed by ongoing regional and global uncertainties but emphasized the need for collective involvement in overcoming these obstacles. Hassan identified two strategic priorities: boosting investment to generate economic and employment opportunities and reducing external debt servicing costs in the medium term. Hassan pointed out promising prospects for economic growth, mentioning significant infrastructure projects like the national carrier and the national railwa y, which will connect Aqaba to Ma'an and the southern Dead Sea. These projects are supported by foreign investment with opportunities for local investors to play key roles. Additionally, Hassan discussed plans to expand the gas and alternative energy sectors to meet an anticipated 30% increase in electricity demand over the next six years. The government is also focusing on enhancing industry and export funds, particularly in the food sector. Hassan further mentioned opportunities for expanding Jordan's service exports, especially in the information technology sector. On improving the business environment, he detailed government efforts to digitize processes and remove administrative obstacles, with several digital service enhancement projects projected for completion within two years. In terms of public sector modernisation, Hassan explained the development of new rules and instructions aimed at qualitative improvements in public service. Forum Vice Chairman Karim Kawar commended the government for its sw ift actions, which send positive signals to the private sector and enhance the competitiveness of the national economy. Forum Executive Director Nisreen Barakat announced the launch of an interactive economic indicators dashboard on the Forum's website, covering five sectors with 90 sub-indicators on various trends. Abdul-Ilah Al-Khatib, former Chairman of the Forum's Administrative Board, noted the significance of this session as the first direct engagement between the current government and the private sector. Source: Jordan News Agency
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