AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDeath Penalty Expansion: Prime Minister Jafar Hassan says the government will amend the law to broaden the death penalty after Jordan executed six men at dawn, including convictions tied to terrorism and drug cases under the State Security Court. Zarqa Development Push: Hassan also unveiled a JD800 million, three-year development programme for Zarqa, with 155 projects (77% already under way), prioritising healthcare, education and public transport alongside industry and jobs. Public Transport Upgrade: The Land Transport Regulatory Commission will launch direct bus routes linking Jerash and Salt to King Hussein Medical Center, with electronic payment and surveillance, running 7am–7pm. National Service Recruits: A second batch of Khidmat Al-‘Alam recruits has started reporting to Shweir training camps for medical checks and enrolment, followed by military and vocational training. World Refugee Day: Jordan marked the day by reaffirming UNRWA’s role and highlighting continued refugee support, while UNHCR reported over 200,000 voluntary Syrian returns from Jordan since late 2024. World Cup Build-Up: Jordan’s landmarks lit up red ahead of the Algeria clash, as the national team holds a pre-match press conference and training in San Francisco. Economy & Markets: Gold prices stayed stable; the Amman Stock Exchange edged down 0.15% on Sunday.
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