Jordan country news

Here are some recent news articles about Jordan:

Politics

• Jordan's King Abdullah II meets with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to discuss regional issues, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Iran's nuclear program. (Al Jazeera, March 2023)
• Jordan's government approves a new law aimed at reducing corruption and increasing transparency in public procurement. (The Jordan Times, February 2023)

Economy

• Jordan's economy grows by 2.5% in 2022, driven by a recovery in the tourism sector and increased foreign investment. (The Jordan Times, January 2023)
• The Jordanian government announces plans to launch a new initiative to attract foreign investment and stimulate economic growth. (Arab News, February 2023)

Security

• Jordanian security forces arrest several suspects in connection with a recent bombing in the city of Irbid. (Al Jazeera, March 2023)
• The Jordanian military announces the completion of a major exercise with US and British forces, aimed at improving regional security. (The Jordan Times, February 2023)

Culture

• Jordan's ancient city of Petra is named one of the world's most beautiful places by the travel website Lonely Planet. (The Jordan Times, January 2023)
• The Jordanian government launches a new initiative to promote cultural heritage and tourism in the country's historic sites. (Arab News, February 2023)

Health

• Jordan's health ministry reports a surge in COVID-19 cases, with the country experiencing its highest daily infection rate in months. (Al Jazeera, March 2023)
• The Jordanian government announces plans to launch a new vaccination campaign to combat the spread of COVID-19. (The Jordan Times, February 2023)

Sports

• Jordan's national football team qualifies for the 2023 Asian Cup, after defeating Syria in a playoff match. (Al Jazeera, March 2023)
• The Jordanian government announces plans to invest in the country's sports infrastructure, including the construction of new stadiums and training facilities. (The Jordan Times, February 2023)