AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSyria Tensions: Jordan and Syria have reopened their border crossing and agreed to investigate Jordanian airstrikes that Amman says targeted Islamic State militants linked to the Karak church attack. Damascus condemned the strikes; civilian deaths have intensified tensions. Monetary Policy: The Central Bank kept interest rates unchanged, citing steady inflation, $28.5 billion in reserves and 3% GDP growth in the second quarter. Public Transport: A new Irbid–Amman bus route starts Saturday, charging JD2.25 for the trip to the capital’s Southern Bus Terminal. Defense Industry: SOFEX 2026 wrapped up in Aqaba, with UAE firm EDGE signing a cooperation deal with Jordan’s JODDB. A Turkish company also completed a local ammunition assembly facility, now nearing operation. Farm Losses: Heavy rain and winds damaged corn and citrus crops and flooded homes in the Northern Jordan Valley.
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