AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoJordan-EU Rights Diplomacy: EU human rights chief Kaja Ollongren visited Amman, praising Jordan as a trusted EU strategic partner and highlighting long-running cooperation on refugees and stability. Regional Security Talks: Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan met Iraq’s parliament speaker, stressing that Iraq’s security is a pillar of Jordan’s own security amid drone and airspace risks and concerns over armed groups beyond state control. Jerusalem Custodianship Debate: Columnists warned that threats to Hashemite custodianship over holy sites are tied to ongoing Israeli moves around Al-Aqsa, arguing Jordan’s role goes beyond services into legal and diplomatic protection. Labor & Living Costs: Jordan’s Labor Watch welcomed a public-sector and retiree salary increase of JOD 30 for those below JOD 600, saying it can ease pressure and support demand, while urging similar action for private-sector wages. Energy & Resources: An expert said Jordan has major untapped gas, oil-shale, and mineral potential, arguing stronger geological institutions and investment could unlock revenues and reduce debt. Human Rights Case: Human Rights Watch urged Jordan to allow a pending appeal to review and annul Ayman Sandouka’s conviction tied to a Facebook post, and to review cybercrime provisions used to restrict expression. Royal Milestone: Jordan marked King Abdullah II’s 27th Accession Day with official tributes and renewed focus on modernization and national development.
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