AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAqaba Railway Compensation: Jordan’s Cabinet approved a full compensation and land-swap mechanism for properties expropriated for the Aqaba Railway Project, with landowners who reject swaps receiving full financial compensation, and Arab Potash Company covering 50% of approved compensation costs. Logistics Push: Jordan placed 3rd in the Arab world on the 2024 Logistics Performance Index, with Aqaba highlighted for fast port handling and lower shipping costs, reinforcing the Kingdom’s role as a “safe logistics corridor.” Smart Water Upgrade: The Water and Irrigation and Digital Economy ministers inspected progress on the Smart Transformation Project for water and wastewater services, including AI-based improvements aimed at cutting losses and boosting efficiency. Digital Services Drive: Government services digitization reached 85.8% by mid-2026, while the Land Transport Regulatory Commission continues trial operations of new routes. Markets & Daily Life: The Amman Stock Exchange saw about 9 million JOD in trading volume; gold prices were stable locally; and the Amman Chamber of Commerce said school supplies and uniforms are widely available with prices largely unchanged. Culture & Mobility: Jeeny launched a dedicated Jerash Festival in-app mobility service with pre-booked round trips between Amman and Jerash and 20% off rides.
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