The Cabinet, during its session held on Sunday, 3 May 2026, in Irbid Governorate, chaired by Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan, 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.

This decision forms part of an integrated approach to implementing the “Investor Journey” project and follows up on the implementation of the General Policy Document for Reforming the Sectoral Business Licensing System. It is aligned with the provisions of the Investment Environment Law, the applicable Good Regulatory Framework, and the Economic Modernization Vision, with the aim of simplifying licensing procedures for the private sector.

The plan, prepared by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation in consultation with all relevant sectoral regulatory entities, aims to establish a new regulatory approach based on risk-based regulation, streamline procedures, strengthen institutional coordination, and introduce key good regulatory practices, including the ‘silence is consent’ principle, whereby applications are deemed approved if no response is issued within specified timeframes. These measures are expected to reduce compliance costs, enhance regulatory certainty, and improve Jordan’s performance in international business environment indicators.

This progress builds on ongoing efforts under the “Investor Journey” Program and the broader reform agenda. The Reform Secretariat at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, in coordination with the World Bank, has provided technical and advisory support to relevant government entities to advance sectoral licensing reform. This support included organizing technical workshops and specialized sessions, and contributing to the development of reform pathways across legal, institutional, and procedural dimensions, thereby supporting the formulation and implementation of the Executive Action Plan.

The decision is expected to enhance Jordan’s competitiveness in international business environment indicators and reflects the government’s commitment to establishing an efficient and predictable regulatory environment. It will help strengthen investor confidence and support the achievement of the Economic Modernization Vision’s objectives in increasing investment and generating employment opportunities.

-- AlMamlaka TV