Amman, The Lower House of Parliament on Monday referred the draft general budget for 2023 to its Finance Committee.
The house’s decision was taken following Finance Minister Mohamad Al-Ississ’ speech outlining the main figures of the 2023 draft budget.
Members of the Parliament presented observations on the draft budget, calling on the government to find radical solutions that address the economic challenges facing the state, alleviate the suffering of citizens who face difficult economic conditions, and deal with poverty and unemployment.
This year’s budget is estimated at JD11.431 billion, including JD9.569 billion in public revenues, such as JD8.767 billion in domestic revenues and JD802 million in external grants, according to Al-Ississ.
Public expenditures are estimated at JD9.839 billion, and capital expenditures at JD1.591 billion, while the fiscal deficit of the budget is estimated at JD1.862 billion.
The house’s meeting, chaired by Speaker Ahmad Safadi, was attended by Prime Minister Bisher Khasawneh and the Cabinet members.
Safadi adjourned the meeting to a date to be determined later.
Source: Jordan News Agency