The tourism sector is a strategic asset that plays a vital role in contributing to economic growth, export diversification, and job creation.

The Ministry of Tourism published the annual tourism report for 2024, which includes important figures and insights. According to the report, Jordan welcomed around 6.108 million visitors in 2024, surpassing the target set by the Economic Modernization Vision by 13.8 per cent.

In recent years, Jordan’s government has tried to help people by easing financial pressures. But these efforts have also increased the country’s debt.

In recent years, the government has tried to help people by easing financial pressures. But these efforts have also increased the country’s debt.

The Jordanian economy is going through a critical time. After 15 months of conflict in Gaza, which affected the economy of Jordan and the whole region, a new US government decided to stop aid for three months to review it.

The economic relationship between Jordan and the United States plays an important role in boosting Jordan's local economy. This partnership is built on free trade agreements and mutual investments, not just US aid.

The Central Bank of Jordan has been experiencing notable growth. By the end of 2024, its assets reached JD19.3 billion, with JD16.8 billion in foreign assets.

 Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan has launched the first phase of the “Marsa Zayed” project in Aqaba, one of the most significant investment projects in the region.

Raed Mahmoud Al Tal