AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWorld Cup Safety: One person was killed and eight others injured in a stampede at Hashemite Square in central Amman during a public screening of Jordan’s World Cup match against Algeria, as thousands gathered to watch the 2-1 defeat; authorities say an investigation is ongoing. Aviation & Tourism: Royal Jordanian launched a new direct Amman–Vienna route with four weekly flights starting Wednesday, aiming to boost European connectivity and tourism. Urban Governance: The Cabinet approved a new Building Permits and Oversight System for Greater Amman, using digital tools to streamline licensing, cut duplication, and improve transparency and timelines. Public Transport: Government approved adding 30 buses to inter-governorate routes—15 on Karak–Zarqa and 15 on Karak–Aqaba—equipped with electronic payments and tracking for scheduled service. Energy & Water: Jordan and Japan will fund small-scale water harvesting infrastructure in Wadi Araba via the Jordan–Japan Counterpart Fund, while researchers highlight grid-forming BESS performance to stabilize utility-scale solar PV. Diplomacy & Business: Crown Prince Hussein met US tech entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley and visited Zipline, while Jordan’s House speaker discussed expanding ties with Azerbaijan’s PM.
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