Jordan news

Here are some recent news stories from Jordan:

Politics

• Jordan's King Abdullah II has appointed a new government, led by Prime Minister Bisher Al-Khasawneh, to address economic and social challenges facing the country. (Source: Al Jazeera)
• Jordan has signed a deal with the European Union to provide €100 million in aid to support the country's economic development and stability. (Source: The Jordan Times)

Economy

• Jordan's economy has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, with the country's GDP expected to contract by 3.5% in 2020. (Source: Reuters)
• The Jordanian government has launched a new economic stimulus package aimed at supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and creating jobs. (Source: Jordan News Agency)

Security

• Jordan has been working to strengthen its security cooperation with the United States, with the two countries signing a new agreement on defense and security cooperation. (Source: The Hill)
• The Jordanian military has been conducting operations against Islamic State (ISIS) militants in the country's eastern desert region. (Source: Al Arabiya)

Humanitarian

• Jordan has been hosting a large number of Syrian refugees, with the country's refugee population expected to reach 1.3 million by the end of 2020. (Source: UNHCR)
• The Jordanian government has launched a new initiative to provide aid to vulnerable communities, including refugees and host communities. (Source: Jordan News Agency)

Culture

• Jordan has been recognized for its efforts to preserve its cultural heritage, with the country's ancient city of Petra being named one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. (Source: UNESCO)
• The Jordanian government has launched a new initiative to promote tourism in the country, with a focus on cultural and historical sites. (Source: The Jordan Times)