Cabinet approves economic measures, MoUs with regional, international partners

AMMAN — The Cabinet, during a session chaired by Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, on Saturday approved several economic and regulatory measures, and memoranda of understanding with regional and international partners. 

The decisions aim to support public sector modernisation, enhance cooperation, and boost economic activities, according to a Prime Ministry statement.

The Cabinet endorsed a memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of Social Development and Qatar’s Regulatory Authority for Charitable Activities. 

The Council of Ministers also approved a MoU on cybersecurity cooperation between Jordan and Japan with the aim of exchanging technical expertise and information in combating cyber attacks.

The Cabinet approved an agreement between the Ministry of Environment and Norway’s Ministry of Climate and Environment to cooperate on implementing Article 6 of the Paris Climate Agreement, focusing on sustainability and climate action.

As part of the government's roadmap for public sector modernisation, the Cabinet approved the performance management and evaluation instructions for 2024. 

The session also included the approval of a decision granting Saraya Mining Company the right to mine volcanic tuff in Mafraq Governorate.

Among the decisions was a bylaw for organising and monitoring public markets within the boundaries of the Greater Amman Municipality. 

The Council of Ministers also approved tax settlements for 46 companies and taxpayers.