12 , August, 2026

World Bank: Jordan Implements 33 New Actions Under Strengthening Reform Management Project Within 5 Months

The "Strengthening Reform Management in Jordan" project recorded the completion of 33 new reforms within five months, raising the total number of completed reforms supported by the project from 148 in February 2026 to 181 in July. This surpasses the final target of 120 reforms nearly two years ahead of the scheduled deadline in June 2028, according to a recent World Bank report.

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26 , July, 2026

Jordan Advances Inclusive Tourism as Part of the Economic Modernization Vision

Under the chairmanship of HRH Prince Mired bin Raad, Chief Chamberlain and President of the Higher Council for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (HCD), and with the participation of H.E. Zeina Toukan, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, and H.E. Imad Hijazin, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, the technical mission of the "Inclusive Tourism and Employment Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities in Jordan" project concluded. The project is supported by the Jordan Growth MDTF and implemented in partnership with the World Bank, the Higher Council for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, the Ministry of Labour, and several national partners.

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23 , July, 2026

Reform Secretariat Concludes Capacity-Building Workshop to Support Implementation of Jordan's Sectoral Licensing Reform

The Reform Secretariat at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation (MoPIC), in collaboration with the World Bank through technical assistance provided under the Jordan Growth MDTF, concluded a two-day capacity-building workshop on the Executive Rules for Sectoral Licensing, held on 21–22 July 2026. The workshop brought together representatives from key regulatory authorities to strengthen institutional capacity for implementing Jordan's approved sectoral licensing reform framework.

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22 , July, 2026

Planning and International Cooperation Organizes Training Workshop to Strengthen Government Capacity in Public Investment Management and Investment Project Preparation

The Public Investment Management (PIM) Unit at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation (MoPIC), in collaboration with the World Bank, organized a training workshop on Wednesday, 22 July 2026, for representatives from government ministries and institutions on Public Investment Management (PIM), the preparation of capital investment projects, and Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects. The workshop brought together representatives from 28 government entities.

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11 , May, 2026

Jordan’s Sovereign Green Bond Framework Receives “Excellent” Second-Party Opinion

Jordan’s Sovereign Green Bond Framework has received an “Excellent” alignment assessment from Sustainable Fitch through its Second-Party Opinion (SPO), confirming full alignment with the ICMA Green Bond Principles and the LMA, LSTA, and APLMA Green Loan Principles.

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03 , May, 2026

Approval of Executive Action Plan for Reforming Sectoral Licensing System

The Cabinet, during its session held on Sunday, 3 May 2026, approved the Executive Action Plan for reforming the sectoral licensing system for priority licenses. The Cabinet also adopted unified executive rules for sectoral licensing as a binding national reference for all government entities issuing licenses, as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to improve the business environment and enhance Jordan’s investment attractiveness.

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19 , April, 2026

Launch of Institutional Seal to Advance Women’s Empowerment in Workplaces
In a continued effort to promote women’s economic participation and foster inclusive work environments, a national initiative introducing a Corporate Seal for Women’s Empowerment in Workplaces has been officially launched.
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19 , February, 2026

82% Completion Rate Achieved in Economic Reform Matrix

Jordan has made significant progress in delivering its economic reform commitments, completing 82 percent of the measures set out in the 2018–2024 Reform Matrix, which was launched at the London Initiative Conference.

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12 , February, 2026

Launch of Modernized Climate-Responsive Bus Stop Design Standards to Enhance Safety and Inclusivity in Public Transport in Jordan
Building on earlier field engagement, consultations, and on the ground assessments, the Modernized and Climate-Resilient Bus Stop Design Standards and Guidelines have been published, marking a practical step toward improving safety, accessibility, and user experience in public transport, particularly for women.
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12 , February, 2026

Launch of the First Site Management Plan Under a National Program for Jordan’s Key Heritage Sites

The Department of Antiquities, in coordination with the Reform Secretariat, launched the Amman Citadel Site Management Plan on Thursday, February 12. This marks the first plan under a national program that will deliver six site management plans for some of Jordan’s most significant archaeological sites. The initiative represents a strategic step toward strengthening sustainable site management and preserving one of Jordan’s most prominent heritage landmarks, in alignment with the objectives of the Economic Modernization Vision to develop cultural tourism and enhance its contribution to economic growth.

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