Home Photo Gallery Site Map Site Map عربي Foreign Aid Social & Economic Studies Archives MOPIC's Staff Login News Archive News Archive Jordanians should be optimistic about the future of the economy - officials South Korea lends Kingdom $28 million May 15/ 2013 - AMMAN — The Ministry of Planning signed an agreement with South Korea, under which the latter will provide Jordan with a $28 million loan Kuwait to finance worth $215m in energy projects May 7/2013 - AMMAN — Kuwait will finance energy-related projects worth $215 million (around JD152.31 million) under agreements signed on Sunday. Prime Minister visits Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation Apr. 2/2013 - AMMAN — Prime Minister Abdullah Ensour on Monday said the newly formed government will focus on entrenching integrity and tasking the ministries, especially those that have direct contact with citizens, to serve people without delay. Saif checks on progress of Department of Statistics April.9/2013- Ibrahim Saif, visited on Monday the Department of Statistics (DoS) Dr. Ibrahim Saif Dr. Ibrahim Saif Minister of Planning and International Cooperation and Minister of Tourism and Antiquities World Bank to extend $70m loan for local SMEs Mar. 13/2013 - AMMAN – The World Bank will extend a low interest, long-term $70 million loan to Jordan in order to facilitate the financing of microprojects and small and medium enterprises (SMEs).  Jordan values Gulf Arab money as lure to private investments Feb. 27/2013 - AMMAN - Jordan has begun to tap $5 billion in grants from oil-rich Gulf states. Committee of MENA Transition Fund endorses project submitted by Jordan Feb. 26/ 2013 AMMAN - The steering committee of the MENA Transition Fund has recently endorsed a 10-million-euro project. EBRD enters Jordan with Amman office Feb. 19/2013 - AMMAN –– The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) on Monday officially launched its operations in Jordan by opening a permanent office in Amman. The price of syrians refugees on Jordan Minister Hassan Interview with CNN(video) Donors urged to help Jordan in catering to Syrian refugees Jordan seeks donors' help to secure around half a billion dollars incurred by the Treasury to host Syrian refugees. Ministry of Planning sheds light on operations and achievements Jan.29/2013 - The Ministry of Planning is currently implementing 67 productive projects in various governorates financed by the Governorates Development Fund. Hassan discusses Syrian refugees with US officials Jan. 28/ 2013 - AMMAN — Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Sunday met with US Assistant Secretary of State for Population. Jordan, UAE sign memo regulating $1.25b grant Jan. 23/ 2013 - AMMAN –– Jordan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday signed a framework memo to regulate a $1.25 billion grant to be extended by the Gulf state over five years Ministry signs deals on projects covered by $695 million Kuwait grant AMMAN – Jordan and Kuwait on Sunday signed four agreements to finance projects in key sectors worth $259.5 million. French soft loan to support water grid expansion Dec. 31/ 2012- AMMAN — The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation on Monday signed a 45-million-euro soft loan from the French government. Jordan, Kuwait sign four funding deals AMMAN – Jordan and Kuwait on Sunday signed four agreements to finance projects in key sectors worth $259.5 million. Planning ministry working to secure $385m for projects in governorates Dec. 27/2012 - AMMAN – The Ministry of Planning is working to provide more than $385 million to finance priority projects in governorates during the coming three years Hassan concludes visit to Washington and meets US government officials and Congress members Dec. 6/2012 - AMMAN — Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan concluded this week a visit to Washington, during which he met with several US government officials and Congress members. Microfinance reforms draw EU, German support Dec. 3/ 2012 - AMMAN — The European Union (EU) is ready to support the state budget with a programme worth 25 million euros over the next three years in light of the achievements made in reforming and developing the country’s microfinance sector Ministry unveils projects funded by Saudi grant Dec. 3/ 2012 - AMMAN — MoPIC on Sunday unveiled the first four projects that will be funded by the first payment of Saudi contribution to the $5 billion Gulf Cooperation Council Grant (GCC). Grants cover small percentage of subsidy costs Nov. 4/ 2012- AMMAN –– Financial grants expected this year to support the state budget will cover less than 12 per cent of the funding needs for fuel and power subsidies that are projected to reach $3 billion Jordan and EU sign a new agreement for EURO 40 million Oct. 7/ 2012 – Amman - Jordan and the EU on Sunday signed a 40 million euro (around JD37 million) grant agreement Jordan, US sign grant deals worth $356.9 million Oct. 2/ 2012 - AMMAN – Jordan and the US on Monday signed five grant agreements worth $356.9 million (JD252.6 million), upping Washington’s overall assistance for this year to $474 million (JD335 million). Grants will not cover subsidy costs — Hassan Oct. 4 /2012 - AMMAN – Financial grants expected for this year to support the state budget will not fill the deficit or meet funding needs to cover fuel and power subsidy needs, a senior official said Wednesday. Jordan signs EU grants to support reform projects Sep. 28-29/2012 - AMMAN — The government on Thursday signed three grant agreements worth 20 million euros with the EU to support the country's reform efforts. France offers 150m euros soft loan to support budget (Seb.14/2012)-AMMAN – France will extend a low-interest, long-term loan to Jordan worth 150 million euros (around JD137 million) to finance the state budget, according to a government statement.    Jordan, US sign $17m wheat grant agreement AMMAN — Jordan and the US have signed an agreement under which Washington will provide the Kingdom with 50,000 tonnes of wheat valued at $17 million, the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation said on Saturday. Jordan-Kuwait accord to regulate $1.25b grant Sep. 19/ 2012 - AMMAN –– Jordan and Kuwait on Tuesday signed a framework agreement to regulate a $1.25 billion grant to be extended by the Gulf state over five years. German loan, grant to fund water security projects Sep. 19/ 2012 - AMMAN - Jordan and Germany on Tuesday signed a 30 million euro soft loan agreement to finance the second phase of the Water Resources Management Programme and an 8.5 million euro grant to help meet the water needs of Syrian refugees. Germany to provide 2m euros to assist Kingdom in hosting Syrians Sep. 9/ 2012 - AMMAN — Germany will provide Jordan with 2 million euros (JD1.8 million) in additional support to aid the Kingdom in hosting Syrian refugees, German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle said Saturday. Planning minister briefs Arab envoys on Syrian refugee crisis Sep. 3/ 2012 - AMMAN –– Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Sunday briefed a number of ambassadors of Arab countries and representatives of UN organisations and the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organisation on the joint appeal launched by Jordan and international relief organisations to donor countries to help Syrian refugees in Jordan. Minister of Planning, USAID chief visit Zaatari refugee camp Sep. 6/ 2012 - MAFRAQ — Planning Minister Jafar Hassan on Wednesday said the government would continue to exert every possible effort to assist humanitarian and international organisations helping Jordan host displaced Syrians. Jordan appeals for international aid to cope with Influx of Syrian refugee Hassan said a joint appeal for relief of Syrian refugees on Jordanian territory had come out due to the steadily rising number of the displaced people. Jordan, UN launch Syrian refugee aid appeal Aug. 28/ 2012 - AMMAN – The government and the UN launched on Monday a $429 million aid appeal to provide basic services for a Syrian refugee population growing by some 2,300 persons per day. Jordan, Kuwait initial $1.25b grant accord Aug. 31/2012 - AMMAN — The governments of Jordan and Kuwait on Thursday initialled an agreement outlining Kuwait’s contribution to a Gulf grant in favour of Jordan. Jordan obtains JD110m Japanese soft loan ‘in record time’ AMMAN – Japan has decided to extend a low interest, long-term loan to Jordan worth JD110 million ($156 million) to finance development projects listed in 2012 state budget.  US grants Jordan $100m to help economy, ease burden of hosting Syrians Jul. 23/ 2012 - AMMAN — The US will grant Jordan an additional $100 million to help the Kingdom address its fiscal difficulties and continue its humanitarian services to Syrian refugees, Jordanian and US officials said. Jordan to appeal for more aid on Syria refugees AMMAN – Jordan and international organisations will soon launch a joint appeal to donor countries to help tens of thousands of Syrians who fled the violence in Syria, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan said Tuesday. Hassan presses drive to develop micro-finance Jul. 17/2012 - AMMAN — Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan on Monday said the ministry will seek.. Three-year plan in place to establish 1,800 projects in 10 governorates Jul. 16/2012 - AMMAN – The government plans to implement a total of 1,801 development projects in 10 governorate.. Study finds 44% of Jordan’s labour in shadow economy Jul. 4/2012 - AMMAN — The Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) $5 billion fund for Jordan is expected to mobilise $12 billion worth of foreign investment in the water, energy and transportation sectors, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan said on Tuesday. Gulf fund to attract $12b in investments — Hassan Jul. 4/2012 - AMMAN — The Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) $5 billion fund for Jordan is expected to mobilise $12 billion worth.. Jordan wants EBRD’s financial, technical assistance to support economic priorities Jordanians must be patient to get the fruits of reforms as benefits of change take time First meeting of UK/Jordan Strategic Economic Dialogue concludes Representatives from the Government of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and the Government of the United Kingdom met in London on 21 May 2012 for the first meeting of the UK-Jordan Strategic Economic Dialogue. EU development bank endorses funding plan for region May 20/5/ 2012 - AMMAN — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development’s (EBRD) shareholders agreed on Saturday to establish EUR1 billion special fund to start investments in emerging Arab democracies, according to a press release posted on the bank’s website. EU praises Jordan reform, underlines soft spots May 20/5/2012 - AMMAN — An EU report has commended political reforms implemented in the Kingdom but called for more action to be taken, particularly with regards to freedom of expression and fighting corruption. JD4.7 million Japanese grant to upgrade Karameh border crossing May 17/ 5/2012 - AMMAN –– Jordan and Japan on Thursday signed an exchange of notes for a JD4.7 million ($6.7 million) grant to improve security equipment at the Karameh border crossing. Hassan focuses on Jordan`s economic situation during visit to Washington Jafar Hassan has concluded a visit to Washington during which he represented the Arab group in the meeting of the world banks development committee Arab funds to finance new steam power unit at Al Samra Apr. 22/ 2012 - AMMAN — Arab funds agreed last week to extend $191 million in soft loans to Jordan to finance the construction of a new steam generation unit at Al Samra Power Generating Company, according to Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan. Hassan, British team discuss means to back development projects in Jordan Hassan, British team discuss means to back development projects in Jordan Planning minister calls for greater IDB role Apr. 5/ 2012- AMMAN — Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan on Wednesday called on the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) Group to play a greater role in marketing and funding strategic projects with regional dimension.. UNICEF grant to support Kingdom’s schools AMMAN — The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation on Monday signed a JD1.6 million grant agreement with UNICEF to help the government accommodate Syrian students in public schools. Jordan to benefit from $770m US aid to MENA The US administration has allocated $770 million for a special fund to support the Middle East and the North Africa (MENA) region, according to a planning ministry statement. Kingdom to receive additional 50,000 tonnes of wheat from US Feb. 2/ 2012 - AMMAN - The US government has agreed to grant Jordan an additional 50,000 metric tonnes of wheat as part of the US administration's.. WB Approves $250 Million Loan to Kingdom Jan. 31/ 2012 - AMMAN –– Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan on Monday discussed with German Economic Cooperation and Development Minister Direk Niebel prospects for further cooperation and means to develop ties at all levels. Germans, Jordanians to open cooperation talks next week Jan. 31/ 2012 - AMMAN –– Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan on Monday discussed with German Economic Cooperation and Development Minister.. Planning Minister Urges Banks to Facilitate Financing to SMEs Jan. 25/ 2012 - AMMAN – Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan on Tuesday urged local banks to facilitate financing to small- and medium-size enterprises (SMEs) in the country. Improving transport infrastructure key to building competitiveness — report Jan. 24/ 2012 - AMMAN — The government should work on enhancing the country’s infrastructure and highway networks to build on its geographic advantage as a regional trade and transport hub, a report recommended Monday. Jordan joins EBRD Jan. 4/ 2012 - AMMAN –– Jordan has become a member of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) as part of the process of becoming a recipient of EBRD investments, according to a statement posted on the bank’s website. Spain lends Jordan 12 million euros to enhance water supply Dec. 23/2011 AMMAN – Spain on Thursday agreed to provide Jordan with 12 million euros in soft loans to help develop the water sector in the northern region. US House and Senate approve $660m in aid to Jordan for 2012 Dec. 21/ 2011 - AMMAN (Petra) - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation on Tuesday said the US House of Representatives and Senate approved the US assistance to Jordan for 2012. King honours MoPIC for supporting King Abdullah II Fund for Development Jordan receives $184 million US grant to support the budget for 2011 Dec. 18/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) –– US economic assistance to Jordan next year is expected to maintain its 2011 levels at a value of $660 million, according to the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation.. Arab Statisticians Conference opens in Amman Dec. 19 /2011 - AMMAN (JT) - The third International Arab Statisticians Conference opened in Amman on Sunday, titled “Statistics for Strategies of Development”. Hassan briefs ambassadors on Kingdom’s priority projects Dec. 11/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Thursday met with ambassadors.. Hassan to hold talks in Washington on US assistance to Jordan in 2012 Dec. 13/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan is currently paying a visit to Washington to hold discussions with high ranking officials on US assistance to Jordan in 2012. China grants Jordan $10.7m in financial, technical aid Nov. 22/ 2011 - AMMAN –– Jordan and China on Monday signed two economic cooperation agreements, under which Beijing.. Ambassadors, reps of int’l financing institutions affirm support to Jordan Nov. 21/2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Sunday discussed with the Group of Eight ambassadors and representatives of several international financing institutions means to support Jordan.. Charting the road ahead for the Deauville partnership Charting the road ahead for the Deauville partnership By Jafar Hassan Empowerment project to benefit 7 poverty pockets in third phase Nov. 16/ 2011 - AMMAN - Seven poverty pocket areas located in Mafraq, Karak and Balqa governorates will receive a package of comprehensive assistance .. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation interview with the Jordan Times (Full Text) Nov. 1/ 2011 - As uncertainties in the global economy are expected to continue deepening in the near term, Jordan has to be.. Kingdom strives to balance fiscal constraints, economic stimulus AMMAN – Reviving real growth levels and restructuring public expenditures in light of declining domestic revenues are among the Kingdom’s greatest.. Jordan, US sign $300m loan guarantee deals to support SMEs Oct. 24/ 2011 - DEAD SEA - Small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Jordan will find it easier to obtain loans from local.. Planning minister examines means to boost cooperation with Greek team Oct. 16/ 2011 - AMMAN (Petra) - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan on Saturday examined means to.. Planning minister meets delegation from French Agency for Development Oct. 12/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan on Tuesday met with a delegation from the French Agency .. Jordan, US sign $359m grant deals Sep. 28/ 2011 - AMMAN –– Jordan and the US on Wednesday signed five grant agreements worth $359.3 million.. Development schemes should consider PWD rights - Prince Raad Oct. 10/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - HRH Prince Raad, Chief Chamberlain and president of the Higher Council for the Affairs of Persons with Disabilities (HCD).. Hassan briefs European officials on reform efforts Oct. 9/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan has concluded a two-day visit to Brussels, during which he.. A Strategic Prioritization Retreat in preparation for the 2013-2017 UNDAF Oct. 6/2011 - The United Nations - Amman ¨C October 4, 2011 ¨C The United Nations Agencies in Jordan in cooperation with the Ministry of Planning and International.. EIB, French agency interested in railway project - minister Sep.29/2011- AMMAN - The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the French Development Agency are interested in financing part of the JD2.4 billion National Railway Network, Minister of Planning .. Jordan, US sign $19 million grant agreement Sep. 22/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Jordan and the US have signed a grant agreement, under which the US government will provide.. Hassan to participate in World Bank, IMF meetings Sep. 18/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan will participate in the 2011.. Eleven cooperatives to embark on income-generating projects Aug. 25/ 2011 - AMMAN - Eleven cooperatives across the country will have the opportunity to embark on much-needed income-generating.. German financial assistance to support development projects Aug. 23/ 2011 - AMMAN –– Germany on Monday extended financial and technical assistance to the Kingdom worth 99 million euros.. Planning minister lauds Japan’s assistance to Jordan Aug. 23/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Sunday briefed deputy president of the Japan International.. Jordan, Germany to sign debt swap deal next month Aug. 23/ 2011 - AMMAN –– Jordan and Germany will sign a debt-for-development swap agreement worth 27 million euros before the.. Commission announces new support for education and renewable energy in Jordan Brussels, 17 August 2011 - A new €71 million assistance package allocated today for Jordan will provide critical support to education, renewable.. Jordan awaits loan from World Bank next month Aug. 18/ 2011 - AMMAN - The World Bank will take a decision to extend a $250-million loan to support the state budget next month.. The Global Environmental Facility grants Jordan $1 million to improve water resources Aug. 18/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation and the World Bank on Wednesday signed a $1.05 million.. Exhibitions to support cooperative, charity societies Aug. 1/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Sunday inaugurated two permanent exhibitions.. France provides Jordan with 600m euro financial assistance package Jul. 27/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Jordan and France on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU), under .. Planning ministry, KAFD to train university students Jul. 27/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation and the King Abdullah Fund for Development (KAFD) on Tuesday.. Jordan demographic indicators improve - report Jul. 26/ 2011 - AMMAN - The population growth rate in the Kingdom stood at 2.2 per cent last year, dropping by 4 per cent since 1994.. Gov’t extends decision to exempt micro-financing agencies from tax Jul. 25/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) –– Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Sunday said the government has recently.. Group of Eight considers Jordan priority to join ‘Deauville Partnership’ initiative Jul. 24/ 2011 - AMMAN (Petra) - The Group of Eight has invited Jordan to join the “Deauville Partnership” initiative, which was launched.. Planning minister discusses with Japanese official means to boost ties Jul. 21/ 2011 - AMMAN (Petra) - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan on Wednesday discussed with the Japanese.. Twinning project launched with French Gendarmerie Jul. 20/ 2011 - AMMAN - A twinning project was launched on Tuesday between the Gendarmerie Department and its French counterpart.. Hassan opens tourist project in Shobak Jul. 19/2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Monday inaugurated a tourist hotel project in Shobak.. Kingdom participates in meeting to launch Open Government Partnership Jul. 17/ 2011 - AMMAN (Petra) - Jordan participated in a high-level meeting to launch the Open Government Partnership, which concluded.. Kingdom jumps 17 places on int’l creativity index Jul. 13/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Jordan is one of the 50 most innovative countries in the world, ranking 41 internationally, according .. Hassan tours several projects in Northern Ghor Jul. 7/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan on Wednesday toured several projects financed.. H.E Hassan meets the French Parliamentary Delegation Jul. 5/ 2011 - The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Hassan met the parliamentary delegation whom currently on a visit to the Kingdom.. Hassan briefs American Jewish Committee on reform process Jul. 5/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Monday stressed the importance .. Hassan highlights means to increase trade volume between Jordan, Russia Jun. 19 / 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan took part in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).. 'Value of ongoing development projects in Tafileh reaches JD35 million' Jun. 15/ 2011 - AMMAN –– The value of ongoing development projects in Tafileh went up to around JD35 million on Tuesday after Jordan .. Hassan conveys a written message from His Majesty King Abdullah to Japanese Prime Minister Jun. 12/2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Saturday concluded a visit to Japan.. Conference advocates microfinance to alleviate poverty, create jobs Jun. 8/ 2011 - AMMAN - Perseverance, strong will and a small amount of cash can help Jordanians start their own business and save them years.. Hassan, Saudi officials discuss means to boost economic support to Jordan Jun. 6/ 2011 - AMMAN (Petra) - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan held talks this week with Saudi financial .. Workshop examines ways to implement programme to fund SMEs Jun. 4 / 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Thursday headed a workshop attended.. Queen highlights importance of quality education in providing equal opportunities for all Jun. 2/ 2011 - Al HUSSEINIEH/MAAN - Her Majesty Queen Rania on Wednesday said what concerns His Majesty the most is jobless youth.. Jordan may benefit from G-8 aid to region Jun. 1/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Tuesday met with French Minister of International.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation meets with British Ambassador May 29/ 2011 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Dr. Jafar Hassan and the British ambassador in Amman, Mr. Peter Millt.. 'Small-, medium-sized enterprises important engine for economic growth' May 25/2011 -AMMAN – Small- and medium-sized enterprises are one of the most important engines for economic growth, HRH Princess Basma underlined on Tuesday.. 'Overall US Economic Assistance this year expected to exceed $700 million' May 23/ 2011 - AMMAN –– Overall US aid to Jordan this year is expected to amount to more than $700 million, including the economic Jordan, China to boost cultural cooperation May 22/2011 - Jordan and China signed on Sunday the 2011-2014 executive programme for cultural cooperation. OPIC to direct more aid to Jordan “There will be much more assistance for the transportation and agriculture sectors,” James Polan, OPIC vice president for small and medium enterprise finance, told The Jordan Times yesterday, referring to the $250 million in economic assistance through OPIC to the Kingdom announced by US President Barack Obama last week. Ministry projects to have large local impact May. 12/ 2011 - AMMAN - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation is set to fund six modest projects bound to leave a large impact on their local communities. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, meets a delegation from the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development May. 12/2011 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation met a delegation from the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development.. Planning ministry, Earth Institute discuss Jordan's efforts to combat poverty May.10/2011 - AMMAN (Petra) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan on Monday highlighted the importance of benefiting from the Earth Institute's expertise in combating poverty.. Credit set up for income-generating projects May.5.2011 AMMAN (Petra) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jaafar Hassan on Sunday announced the establishment of a JD50,000 credit fund to finance household income-generating projects across the Kingdom .. Planning minister discusses with US official means to increase aid to SMEs May – 5 /2011 - AMMAN (Petra) - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan on Wednesday discussed with US Assistant.. Hassan sees 4 priorities for accelerating reforms and consolidating achievements May – 5/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) –– Euromoney’s first conference in Jordan concluded in Amman on Wednesday.. Planning ministry, other parties to establish fund for supporting SMEs May 4/ 2011 - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan on Tuesday said the ministry is cooperating.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation meets with the European Union Commissioner for enlargement and European neighborhood policy May 2/ 2011 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Dr. Jafar Hassan met with Mr. Stefan füle Commissioner for enlargement and neighborhood policy.. The Executive Development Program 2011-2013 … on track Apr. 19 / 2011 - Work has been started in implementing the executive program for the years 2011-2013, necessary measures to monitor and allocate.. Tafileh residents make their voices heard TAFILEH –– Khalil Shehadeh is one of several Tafileh residents who were able to get their voices heard by senior decision makers on.. Jordan and United Nations organizations discuss the priorities of development assistance Apr. 14/ 2011 - During the past 3 days a joint workshop between the Jordanian government and UN agencies operating in the Jordan.. Development evaluation experts from 71 states discuss global challenges in Amman Apr. 13/ 2011 - AMMAN –– Over 200 development evaluation experts representing organisations from 71 countries gathered in Amman.. Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation announce a "road map" to improve business environment and investment Apr. 6/2011 - Efforts has been taken by the Ministry of Planning and international cooperation to improve the economic climate.. Arab financing facility to support regional infrastructure investments Apr. 5/ 2011 - AMMAN –– Representatives of Arab governments and international finance organisations agreed here on Tuesday to establish the Arab Financing Facility for Infrastructure (AFFI) for.. Hassan heads Jordanian delegation to annual meeting of AFESD board Apr. 5/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - As governor to the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD), Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar.. The Minister’s Interview with AlRai Daily • Apr. 3 /2011 - Hassan: We are currently studying options regarding the assistance programs, focusing on providing financing to small and medium-sized enterprises.. Hassan urges EU officials to support Jordan’s economy Mar. 22/ 2011 - AMMAN (JT) - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan called on the EU.. Gov’t unveils strategy to fight unemployment Mar. 15/ 2011 - AMMAN – The government on Tuesday revealed a national strategy for employment that aims at reducing.. Technical, vocational education project to be upgraded Mar. 13/ 2011 - AMMAN – The government and the EU on Sunday launched a reform support programme for the Employment-Technical.. Budget deficit prompts cuts in three-year development plan Mar. 13/ 2011 - AMMAN - Recent amendments to the draft budget resulted in reducing allocations for capital projects in the Executive Development Programme.. Jordan Expects $1.057 billion foreign assistance, grants and soft loans in 2011 March. 9/ 2011 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation is intensifying its efforts to enable Jordan receive foreign assistance.. JORDAN'S EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (2011-2013) The Government of Jordan has prepared a new Executive Development Program for the period (2011-2013). The Program is a comprehensive work plan for the coming three.. MoPIC Initiatives help citizens take future in their ‘own hands’ 20 Feb. 2011 - JERASH/AJLOUN - Despite the abundance of olive groves and agricultural lands, Jerash and Ajloun’s main natural resources are hard work and ingenuity.. Water, transportation receive largest slice of development plan funds Jan. 18/2011– Over JD1.02 billion will be spent on water and sewage projects in the coming three years as part of the Executive Development Programme (EDP).. China to build housing units in Mafraq Jan. 17/2011- China will construct housing units for low-income families in the Mafraq Governorate under an agreement.. New initiative to boost Tafileh Governorate water supply Jan. 13/ 2011 - Water supply in the southern Tafileh Governorate, where water loss amounts to 56 per cent, will be improved under an $18 million.. U.S. Provides 100 Million Dollars in Grants to Jordan Jan. 12/ 2011 – The US on Wednesday granted Jordan $100 million to support the treasury; fund several development projects in vital sectors.. Jordan, UNICEF sign $2.5-million protocol to support schools Amman, Jan.3/2011 (Petra) -- The Jordanian Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) on Monday signed a $2.5-million.. National report on MDGs hinges success on sound policies AMMAN –– Jordan can achieve the eight Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) by the target date of 2015, but certain measures should be taken, said an official report revealed Sunday. Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah attends the launch of “Jordan NOW” December 12, 2010- (Office of Her Majesty, Press Department – Amman) Under the patronage of Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah.. Institute to boost sustainable development in Jordan, region Dec.6/2010 - Under the patronage of Her Majesty Queen Rania, Columbia University and the Ministry of Planning and International.. Foreign grants, loans expected up 31 per cent in 2010 Nov. 28/ 2010 - Foreign loans and grants to the Kingdom are expected to increase by 31 per cent in 2010 compared to 2009.. The (EDP) sets realistic goals ana priorities for capital projects in more than 24 sectors through a concrete roadmap Nov.20/2010 - The soon-to-be-launched Government Executive Development Program 2011-2013 (EDP) will ensure reaching realistic.. The Executive Development Programme for 2011-2013 Nov. 10/ 2010 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation on Wednesday unveiled the Executive Development Programme.. Rifai stresses public-private role to raise competitiveness Nov. 6/ 2010 - AMMAN (Petra) - Prime Minister Samir Rifai on Saturday stressed the importance of a partnership between the public and private sectors.. Hassan meets with IFC Chief Executive Officer NOV.7/2010- Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan and International Finance Corporation (IFC) Chief Executive Officer Lars Thunell on Saturday reviewed cooperation relations between Jordan and the corporation, according to a ministry statement.. EU agrees to grant Jordan "advanced status" partnership Brussels, October 26/ 2010 - (Petra) -- On the occasion of the ninth EU-Jordan Association Council's meeting Tuesday in Brussels.. Jordan, US sign $275 mn grant agreement Washington, Oct. 25 (Petra) -- Jordan and the United States on Monday signed a $275 million grant agreement to help the Kingdom.. Millennium Development Goals - Goal 8: Global Partnership for Development Oct. 24/10/2010 - Dr. Jafar Hassan Minister of Planning and International Cooperation.. Jordan, MCC to sign grant deal next week Oct. 21/ 2010 - AMMAN (JT) – Jordan and the US Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) will sign on Monday a $275 million grant to finance.. AFD to support the project administration at the prime ministry 20/10/2010 - Jordan and signed n agreement with the French Development Agency (AFD), to support the project administration at the prime ministry, which will be tasked with following up on projects. Japanese Grants of JD18 million to finance The Prince Hashem Bin Abdullah II Hospital at Aqaba and Tourism Sector Development Project Oct. 20/2010 - The Government of Jordan and the Government of Japan signed today, Wednesday, 20 October 2010, the Exchange of Letters Planning ministry extends JD2 million for poverty pocket projects Oct. 19/ 2010 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation on Tuesday granted the Development and Employment.. Jordan, WB agree on 2011-2014 partnership Oct. 12/2010 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jafar Hassan has agreed with World Bank (WB) officials on the framework.. Swiss grant/soft loan to boost civil defence emergency services Oct. 2/ 2010 - Jordan and Switzerland on Tuesday signed a $16.8 million financing agreement to improve emergency services at.. Minister of planning to take part in IMF, World Bank meetings this month Oct. 3/ 2010 - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Jafar Hassan will take part in the annual meetings of the International.. Jordan signs Five Grant Agreements with the US for US$ 359.8 million Sep. 29/ 2010 - Five grant agreements were signed today, Wednesday 29 September 2010, at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation between.. Achieving the Millennium Development Goals in Jordan Dr. Jafar Hassan Minister of Planning and International Cooperation.. Second draft of the Executive Development Programme in the works - Hassan Sep. 21/ 2010 - AMMAN (JT) - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation is working on a second draft of the Executive.. Committee tasked with studying business indicators convenes Sep. 21/ 2010 - The special committee tasked with following up on an international competitiveness report to discuss and address Jordan’s lower ranking .. ‘Jordan a success story in Millennium Development Goals’ Sep. 7/ 2010 - AMMAN - Jordan is considered a success story in achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), and will .. ‘Development aid for 2010 to reach $1.3b’ Sep. 5/ 2010 - Foreign aid through grants and soft loans to support development projects in Jordan are expected to reach $1.3 billion Gov’t surveying poverty pockets Aug. 31/ 2010 - AMMAN - Government teams have begun surveying the Kingdom's 32 poverty pockets to identify their priority needs.. Grant expected to help Jordan meet millennium goals Aug. 29/ 2010 - AMMAN - Jordan and the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) are expected to sign a $275-million grant agreement.. Kingdom, Japan nearing nuclear deal-Hassan Aug. 27/ 2010 - AMMAN - Jordan and Japan are set to sign a nuclear cooperation agreement (NCA) “very soon”, a senior government official said .. Jordan, IFC sign accord to set up first movable asset registry Aug. 27/ 2010 - AMMAN - Jordan and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, embarked Wednesday.. Jordan, EU sign 20-million-euro grant agreement Aug. 24/ 2010 - Jordan on Tuesday signed a 20-million-euro grant agreement with the European Union (EU). The grant.. MoPIC sums up Jordan’s ranking on world indices Aug. 16/ 2010 - AMMAN - The Kingdom has achieved progress in three major world social and economic indices, maintained.. Planning minister briefs US senator on development projects Aug. 14/ 2010 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Dr.Jafar Hassan on Friday met with US Senator Scott Brown and discussed.. US approves $150m in supplemental aid to Jordan Aug. 11/2010 - The US has endorsed $150 million in supplemental aid to Jordan, increasing the total foreign assistance to the Kingdom.. Islamic Development Bank soft loan to equip Zarqa Public Hospital Jul. 28/ 2010 - AMMAN (Petra) – The government on Wednesday signed a soft loan agreement with the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) to fund the purchase.. Hassan signs a $70 million soft loan agreement with South Korea to establish first nuclear research reactor Jul- 26/ 2010 - Work is now under way to establish Jordan’s first nuclear reactor following the signing of a $70 million soft loan.. Planning Ministry surveying Kingdom’s poverty pockets Jul. 13/ 2010 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation is currently carrying out a nationwide survey to update the government’s database.. Economy compels rethink of solar power financing Jun 22/ 2010 - Authorities are reconsidering the financing options for solar energy projects in the Kingdom in light of a difficult economic climate.. Donor countries to support Jordan with $550 million Grants in 2010 Jun. 5/ 2010 - Grants donor countries are committed to providing to the Kingdom in 2010 amount to about $550 million so far, a senior official said.. EU, Jordan Sign Financial Assistance Package May 31/2010 – The European Union and Jordan signed today an assistance package of €223 million covering the three-year period of 2011-2103.. N. Mazar residents get up-close look at EU-Jordan cooperation May 31/ 2010 - NORTHERN MAZAR – Mazar residents on Monday welcomed a high-ranking European Union (EU) delegation and senior.. Stefan Füle, EU Commissioner for Enlargement and European Neighbourhood Policy, to Visit Amman Monday May 30/ 2010 – European Commissioner for Enlargement and European Neighbourhood Policy Stefan Füle will arrive in Amman on Monday.. Japan supports Jordan's Budget with $16.7 million grant May 26 / 2010 - The Japanese government will support Jordan’s budget with a 1.5 billion Japanese yen (around $16.7 million).. EU supports Jordanian SMEs with 15-million-euro grant May 24/ 2010 - The European Union (EU) granted Jordan on Monday 15 million euros to support small- and medium-size.. Hassan meets USAID official May 23/ 2010 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Dr. Jafar Hassan met on Sunday with Anne Aarnes.. $20 million Canadian grant to finance 2nd phase of education for knowledge economy May 23/ 2010 - A memo of understanding MoU was signed at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation with the Canadian International Development.. Minister of Planning chairs UN Economic and Social Commission's 6th Ministerial session May 16/ 2010 - The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) opens its 6th session in Beirut.. Jordan Signs $19.2 million Soft loan agreement with Abu Dhabi Development Fund May 13/ 2010 - A soft loan agreement was signed in Abu Dhabi between the government of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Abu Dhabi.. Greece extends Euro 700,000 to Jordan May 12/ 2010 - Greece has extended Euro 700,000 to Jordan to fund the "Development and Implementation of an Innovative.. Minister Hassan concludes official visit to Brussels May 9/ 2010 - The European Union (EU) will grant Jordan 80 million euros in direct support for the state budget over the next three years.. Minister of Planning outlines work plan for next phase May 6/2010 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Dr. Jafar Hassan reviewed programmes and other key aspects of the.. EU extends 12 million euros grant for Zarqa water project Apr. 29/2010 - The European Union on Thursday provided Jordan with a 12-million-euro grant to fund a project aiming to reduce .. Hassan meets with Japanese government special envoy to the Middle East ِApr. 27/ 2010 - Jordan will receive USD16-million-grant from the Japanese government to support the state budget under.. U.S pledges continued assistance to Jordan Apr. 25/ 2010 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Dr. Jafar Hassan said that the United States U.S had reiterated.. Jordanian and US officials discuss means to advance bilateral cooperation ِApr. 21/ 2010 - Jordanian and US officials on Tuesday discussed means to develop on-going cooperation. The two sides also exchanged views on.. US-Jordan Economic Policy Dialogue starts today Apr. 19/ 2010 - The US-Jordan Economic Policy Dialogue will started today in Washington coinciding with the business forum between.. Jordan signs grant agreement with Arab Fund Apr. 7/ 2010 - Jordan signed a grant agreement with the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD) to enable .. Planning Ministry launches pilot copy of the Jordan Aid Information Management System (JAIMS) Mar. 29/ 2010 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation has recently launched pilot copy of the Jordan Aid Information.. Minister of planning holds talks with senior World Bank official Mar. 22/ 2010 - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Dr. Jafar Hassan and World Bank Vice President for the Middle East and North Africa Region .. Hassan meets with UNHCR official Mar. 20/ 2010 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Jaafar Hassan has called on the international community to provide more support to Jordan.. Minister of Planning discusses with the Japanese, the Us and World Bank Economic Assistance to Jordan Mar. 10/ 2010 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Dr. Jafar Hassan concluded official visits to Japan and the U.S.. Japan extends $20 million to combat climate change Feb. 28/ 2010 - The Japanese government on Sunday extended $20 million in grants to help Jordan address the effects of climate change and improve energy.. Minister of Planning meets with Financial and Economical Committee at the Upper House of Parliament and reveals the ministry's action plan Feb. 22/ 2010 - Headed by the president of the Upper House of Parliament Taher Al Masri, the Financial and Economical Committee has met.. UNICEF signs 2010 Education work plans with the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation for the value of 8.7 Million Jordanian Dinars (US$12.3 million) Feb. 17/ 2010 – In a signing ceremony which was held today, Wednesday at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation.. US Will Maintain Level Of Economic Support To Jordan Feb. 15/ 2010 - His Majesty King Abdullah on Monday discussed bilateral ties with a senior US official, particularly in the economic field.. Canada to further aid education reform Feb. 14 /2010 - Canada has agreed to extend an additional 20 million Canadian dollars to fund a major education reform programme.. Jordan and Spain renews the Financial Cooperation Program between the two countries to finance Development Projects in the Kingdom Jan. 20/ 2010 - The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Jafar Hassan met on Wednesday, 20 January 2010 the Spanish Secretary of State .. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation meets with the President of the Canadian Treasury Board Jan. 9/ 2010 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Dr. Jafar Hassan, met with the President of the Canadian Treasury Board, the Hon. Vic Toews.. JORDAN SIGNS A $60 MILLION SOFT LOAN AGREEMENT WITH THE WB TO FUND THE SECOND PHASE OF THE EDUCATION REFORM FOR KNOWLEDGE ECONOMY PROJECT Dec. 30/ 2009 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation and the World Bank (WB) on Wednesday signed a $60 million soft loan.. Minister Hassan meets Japanese State Secretary for Foreign Affairs, US Ambassador and World Bank official Dec.22 / 2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Jafar Hassan, discussed with Japanese State Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Koichi Takemasa and.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation meets EU, Troika Ambassadors Dec. 19/ 2009 - The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Dr. Jafar Hassan met the Ambassadors of the European Troika, the Swedish Ambassador to Jordan.. Infrastructure is the backbone of any development process and requires significant investments through Public Private Partnerships, Al-Ali says Dec. 7/ 2009 - Infrastructure policy makers, service providers and civil society organizations started discussions on Monday.. The government signs a 24.2 million euros agreement with Germany to support the Water Resources Management programme Dec. 7/ 2009 - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Suhair Al-Ali on Monday signed a 24.2 million euros agreements.. Al-Ali signs the Executive Programme 2009-2011 between Jordan and the Czech Republic Nov. 24/ 2009 - The government on Tuesday signed the Executive Programme for cooperation in the sectors of education, science, youth and sports with .. Jordan on path to Energy Charter Treaty Nov. 9/ 2009 - Jordan on its way to become a member of the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT), after it has completed a process of two-year towards accession to the.. Responsible competitiveness report to be launched soon - Al-Ali Nov. 2/ 2009 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation will soon launch an inaugural report on responsible competitiveness in the Kingdom .. Al-Ali highlights Jordanian women’s participation in decision making Oct. 27/ 2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali on Tuesday called for greater female participation in the decision-making process.. Treasury receives $50m from US Oct. 20/ 2009 - The treasury on Tuesday received a $50 million direct cash transfer from the US, according to a report issued by the Ministry of Planning and .. Al-Ali signs the executive programme for cooperation (2010-2012) between Jordan and Azerbaijan Oct. 12/ 2009 - Jordan and Azerbaijan on Monday signed the Executive Programme for Cooperation between the two governments in the sectors of science and education.. Al-Ali discusses Cooperation with the President of JICA Oct. 8/ 2009 - The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali, met on Thursday 8 October 2009 with the President of the Japanese Agency .. Jordan and the European Commission sign 2 Financing Agreements for an amount of € 17 million Sep. 30/ 2009 - A 17 million-euro 2 financing agreements were signed on Wednesday at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation to support the implementation.. Jordan Signs 5 Grant Agreements with the US Valued at $411.4 Million, Bringing total U.S. Economic Assistance for 2009 to US$ 513.5 Million, State Budget receives boost. Sep. 28/ 2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation on Monday signed five grant agreements with the United States Agency for International Development .. French Development Agency supports microfinance sector Sep. 27/ 2009 - A financing agreement was signed on Sunday at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation under which the French Development .. MOPIC launches the "Jordan Aid Information Management System" The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation has recently concluded an aid information system which will provide a comprehensive outlook on ongoing.. Japan grants Jordan $14.7 million Aug. 10/ 2009 - The government on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Japan under which the latter will provide the Kingdom a $14.7 million.. The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation signs two grant agreements with the USTDA valued at $788.000 Aug. 9/2009 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation and the US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA)on Sunday signed two grant agreements.. Jordan to receive $1,060 million foreign assistance for 2009 – Al-Ali July 29/ 2009 - The donor community has pledged to assist the Kingdom with a total of $1,060 million in 2009 , in grants and soft loans, of which JD259 million will be.. France grants 422,000 euros to Jordan for energy efficiency in lighting Jul. 5/ 2009 - France granted 422,000 euros to Jordan on Sunday for energy efficiency in lighting. The grant agreement was signed by Suhair Al-Ali.. Al-Ali outlines challenges to US congressional aides Jul. 1/ 2009 - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Suhair Al-Ali on Wednesday outlined the economic challenges facing.. U.S. to Provide US$ 150 million Additional Economic Assistance to Jordan for the Year 2009 Jun. 28/ 2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali announced today that President of the United States Barack Obama has signed .. UPM member states discuss sustainable development Jun. 28/ 2009 - The member states of the Union for the Mediterranean last week discussed the sustainable development issue focusing on key elements.. Al-Ali meets with the Canadian International Trade Minister Jun. 28/ 2009 - The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suheir Al-Ali, Head of the Higher Ministerial Committee Jordanian nuclear programme , on Sunday discussed.. Jordan, China sign three technical, economic cooperation agreements Jun. 22/ 2009 - A Grant Agreement with China for an amount of US$ 4.38 million (RMB 30 million) was signed today between the Government of Jordan and the Government of the People's Republic of China.. US grants Jordan $1.3m Jun. 16/ 2009 - The United States granted Jordan on Tuesday more than $1.3 million for further developing the Kingdom’s national law enforcement and criminal justice system capacity.. The GoJ and the EC sign the Financing Agreement launching six projects under the 'Human Rights and Good Governance' Programme Jun. 10/ 2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation HE Mrs. Suhair Al-Ali, Minister of Political Development HE Mr. Musa Maaytah and Ambassador/Head of the Delegation of the European Commission to Jordan.. Al-Ali urges IDB to increase financial support to Jordan Jun. 7/ 2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali on Tuesday called on the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) to increase its financial and technical support to the Kingdom, boost joint economic cooperation, and promote investment and trade between member states.. Association works to improve retired servicemen’s standard of living May 27/ 2009 - After spending over 35 years in military service, Ibrahim Shorman retired five years ago but said he was not ready to give up on life and still had energy to work and secure a better life for his seven-member family.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation and the Japanese Ambassador sign a Memoranda of Understating covering an additional grant of US $ 18.7 million to Jordan May 20/ 2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali & the Japanese Ambassador in Jordan Tiseyo Cioguchi on Wednesday, signed a US $18.7 million grant agreement with the Japanese government, to be used to support Jordan's balance of payments within the Non - Project Grant Aid programme.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation signs two loan Agreements worth US$200 million with the European Investment Bank and the French Development Agency May 17/2009 - On the sidelines of the World Economic Forum that is taking place at the Dead Sea, Jordan on 15-17 May 2009, and in the presence of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein, two soft loan agreements for an amount of US$200 million were signed.. Executive Development Programme a success, but more work is needed May 6/2009 - Prime Minister Nader Dahabi on Wednesday encouraged the government to build on the achievements of the Executive Development Programme of the National Agenda for the years 2007-2009.. $10 million soft loan to support microfinance sector May 5/2009 - The Kingdom on Tuesday signed three financing agreements worth $10.7 million with the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) in the presence of Her Majesty Queen Rania.. New system implemented to monitor stock exchange Apr.29/2009 - The Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) on Wednesday officially launched a new electronic surveillance system to control and monitor trading operations and practices in the stock market.. Development plans launched to guide municipalities Apr.28/2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali on Tuesday stressed the importance of the Local Governance Development Programme (LGDP) which seeks to promote decentralisation and empower citizens to participate in the development of their local communities.. Conference opens to support women’s entrepreneurship in the Arab region Apr.27/2009 - Over 130 female entrepreneurs from Jordan and 15 other Arab and foreign countries have come together to identify strategies and approaches to boost their businesses’ potential.. Al-Ali Inaugurates The Women's Entrepreneurship Development Conference Apr.27/2009 - The Women's Entrepreneurship Development Conference started on Monday aiming at highlighting women participation in the labour sector and underlining challenges hindering women empowerment.. Al-Ali signs Two financial and technical cooperation agreements with Germany Apr.9/2009 - Two financial and technical cooperation agreements valued at 92.5 million euros were signed at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation on Thursday between Jordan and Germany to be used in the implementation of several projects financed by Germany.. French Grant to support the management of underground water sources Apr.1/2009 - The government on Wednesday signed an agreement with the French government under which Jordan will receive a 400,000 euros grant to be used to support a project to provide technical assistance for the management of underground water sources.. Arab statisticians union to establish permanent headquarters in Jordan Apr.1/2009 - The strong reputation of the Kingdom’s statistical sector and its advanced level encouraged the Union for Arab Statisticians (UAS) to establish its permanent headquarters in Jordan, UAS Secretary General Amin Bayyati said on Wednesday.. Local governments look to become development agents Mar.31/2009 - Representatives from the public and private sectors on Tuesday assessed the prospects of enhancing local governments’ role in the Kingdom’s development.. Al-Ali signs grant agreement with China to finance development projects in Jordan Mar.24/2009 - Jordan and China signed on Tuesday a $2.9 million grant agreement to finance development projects in the Kingdom.. Queen briefed on Qudorat programme Mar.24/2009 - Her Majesty Queen Rania on Tuesday attended the opening of the Qudorat Exhibition where representatives from 87 community-based organisations (CBOs) displayed a diverse range of products.. Kuwaiti Fund for Arab Economic Development extends US$ 30 million for the expansion of Amman East Substation Project Mar.22/2009 - A financing agreement was signed today at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation with the Kuwaiti Fund for Arab Economic Development, whereby the fund will provide KD. 8.5 million (Equivalent to about US$ 30 million) to finance the expansion of Amman East 400KV Substation Project.. Al-Ali discuses the Japanese Economic Assistance to Jordan Mar.19/2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali last week discussed with the Japanese government Japan's development aid programme to be extended to the Kingdom in 2009.. Jordan to set up Venture Capital Funds Mar.10/2009 - The Government has completed a socio-economic feasibility study for the establishment of venture capital funds in the Kingdom, which will be financed partly by European Investment Bank and other potential investors, and with Co-funding from the government, a senior official at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation said on Monday.. Regional workshop focuses on evaluation of development projects Mar.8/2009 - More than 200 representatives from Jordan and nine Arab countries will be familiarised with necessary tools to make the right decisions in planning and implementing development projects.. Al-Ali meets with the UNICEF Global Executive Director Mar.2/2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali on Monday discussed with the Executive Director of the United Nations Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) Ann Veneman who is currently on a regional working visit, UNICEF current programmes in the Kingdom and means of enhancing the Fund's activities in Jordan.. Al-Ali Signs Four Grant Agreements with USAID in the Value of US$ 100 million Feb.24/2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed on Tuesday 24 February 2009, four grant agreements provided by the USAID under their Regular Economic Assistance Program to Jordan in the value of US$ 100 million.. Prime Minister opens an IRADA exhibition Feb.24/2009 - Over 11,000 job opportunities have been created through around 3,500 projects created by the Centre for Enhanced Economic Productivity, IRADA, since its establishment in 2002, Funded and managed by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation and implemented by the Royal Scientific Society.. $6.4m Grant to Support Agriculture Sector in South Feb.22/2009 - A $6.4 million grant will support agricultural projects in the Kingdom’s southern governorates, according to a statement by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation.. Minister Al-Ali Meets with a British Parliamentarians Delegation Feb.16/2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation-Suhair Al-Ali met with a delegation from the British House of Commons, which represents members of the Jordanian-British Parliamentary Friendship Society, headed by John Austin.. The USAID-Funded Tatweer Project Launches “Beyond Effectiveness” Initiative Feb.8/2009 - Under the patronage of Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali, the USAID-funded Export and Development Project for Jordanian Enterprises-Tatweer launched the largest business training initiative in Jordan: “Beyond Effectiveness” in partnership with Thunderbird School of Global Management.. Planning Ministry invites civil society to submit views on political development Jan.31/2009 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation (MoPIC) on Saturday called on civil society organisations to submit suggestions to boost their involvement in the Kingdom’s political development.. Mafraq parallel market opens doors to fair prices Jan.27/2009 - A permanent parallel market opened its doors for the first time on Tuesday at the centre of Mafraq in a bid to provide affordable food and create 70 jobs for area residents.. Canada to support the Education Reform for Knowledge Economy Program (ERfKE) with additional C$5 million Jan.20/2009 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali and the Canadian Ambassador to Jordan Margaret Huber signed today, Tuesday 20 January 2009, a Memorandum of Understanding whereby the Government of Canada will contribute an amount of 5 million Canadian Dollars.. Financial Agreement with Germany to Support Wastewater Greater Irbid-Phase ΙΙ project Jan.15/2009 - A financial agreement was signed today at the Ministry of Planning & International Cooperation between the Jordanian and German governments to provide an additional financing in the value of €17 million to support the Wastewater Greater Irbid-Phase ΙΙ project.. Planning Ministry extends JD2 million to establish five slaughterhouses Jan.14/2009 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation (MoPIC) extended on Wednesday JD2 million to finance the Kingdom's strategy to develop slaughterhouses across the country.. Successful Completion of Customs Administration Modernization Program Jan.4/2009 - The Customs Administration Modernization Program, supported through the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation and funded by the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) at a value of US $4.5 million, was announced successfully completed at a closing ceremony held Sunday in Amman.. IRADA Handicrafts Initiative Graduation Ceremony Held Under Patronage of Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Dec.28/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali attended Sunday the graduation ceremony for a number of handicrafts initiatives launched under the umbrella of the Center for Enhanced Productivity IRADA, one of the programs funded and supervised by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation.. Foreign assistance rises by 67% in 2008 Dec.27/2008 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation announced that the total amount of foreign assistance committed to Jordan by the donor community and financing institutions in 2008 amounted to $1,137.5 million, 67 per cent more than it was in 2007, when it stood at $670 million.. Government of Spain Extends Euro 9 Million in Funding to Jordanian Micro-Finance Sector Dec.16/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali attended today the signing of a Euro 6 million financing agreement provided from the Spanish Agency for International Cooperation AECID to the Microfund for Women, a micro finance institution operating in the sector.. Al-Ali signs a €1.56 million grant agreement to support the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Fund and meets a French business delegation Dec.2/2008 - Jordan and France signed a grant agreement worth 1.56 million euros to support the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Fund.. Al-Ali signs Cooperation Agreement with IFC Dec.3/2008 - The Ministry of Planning & International Cooperation & the International Finance Corporation and signed today a Cooperation Agreement to work in partnership to strengthen the legal framework for credit information sharing and spur the creation of an active credit bureau sector in Jordan.. Launching of the European Union - Jordan Twinning Project to Fight Against Terrorism and Organized Crime Dec.3/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Ms. Suhair Al-Ali patronized on Wednesday the 3rd of December 2008, the ceremony in which the Government of Jordan and the European Commission launched an 18 month twinning project on the fight against terrorism and organised crime.. Al-Ali allocates JD 1 million to finance small-size projects in poverty pockets Dec.2/2008 - Minister of Planning & International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed a financing agreement with the Director General of the Development and Employment Fund (DEF) Ali-Ghzawi to extend a grant in the value of JD1 million to DEF.. Al-Ali Delivers Keynote Speech on the Role of Women in Development at 7th Annual Session of the Amman Model United Nations Conference Nov.23/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali spoke about the role of women in development Sunday at the 7th Annual Session of the Amman Model United Nations Conference themed ‘Security’.. Al-Ali Meets with Delegation from the Export-Import Bank of China Nov.23/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met Sunday with a delegation from the Export-Import Bank of China (China Exim Bank) headed by the bank’s Chairman and President Li Ruogu.. Al- Ali Meets with Delegation from the U.S. Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration Nov.19/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met Wednesday with a delegation from the U.S. Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, headed by Acting Assistant Secretary Samuel Witten and Director of the Office of Assistance Programs for Asia and the Near East Elizabeth Hopkins.. Al-Ali Meets with Swedish Minister of Trade Nov.19/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met Wednesday with Swedish Minister of Trade Eva Byorling who is currently visiting Jordan. The meeting was attended by Swedish Ambassador to Jordan Charlotta Sparre.. Al-Ali Launches National Reproductive Health Plan 2008-2012 Nov.18/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali launched Tuesday the second phase of the National Reproductive Health Plan for the years 2008-2012, supported by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, the Higher Population Council and USAID.. Al-Ali Attends CitiGroup and Jordan River Foundation Micro Entrepreneurs Awards Ceremony Nov.16/2008 - Deputizing for Her Majesty Queen Rania Al-Abdullah, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali handed out the CitiMicro Entrepreneurs Awards for the year 2008.. Al- Ali Meets with German Parliamentary Delegation Nov.16/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met Sunday with a German parliamentary delegation composed of 5 MPs from the Audit and Budget Committee of the German Bundestag and 2 members of the German Federal Audit Office visiting Jordan from 14 – 18 November 2008.. Al- Ali Meets with Council for National Interest Delegation Nov.13/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met Thursday with a delegation from the Council for National Interest (CNI) headed by former US Ambassador Edward Peck.. Al-Ali Discusses Micro-Finance with Consultative Group to Assist the Poor (CGAP) Delegation Visiting Jordan Nov.9/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali headed Sunday a meeting between Jordanian Micro-finance institutions and the Consultative Group to Assist the Poor (CGAP).. Al-Ali Signs Grant Agreements with the UNHCR and UNICEF for the Support of the Education, Health and Water Sectors Nov.5/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed two grant agreements Wednesday with the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).. Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation Signs Agreement with Jordan River Foundation for the Development of Organic Farming in Jordan Oct.29/2008 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation signed an agreement with the Jordan River Foundation Wednesday for the Development and Implementation of Organic Farming for the Medicinal Herbs of Jordan.. Al-Ali Announces Significant Progress in Jordan’s Achievement of Indicators Outlined in Paris Declaration on Aid Effectiveness Oct.28/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation announced Tuesday that Jordan has made significant progress in respect to all the indicators outlined in the Paris Declaration on Aid Effectiveness.. Successful Completion of Twinning Project between Jordan Customs and the Italian Customs Agency Oct.23/2008 - The Twinning Project to Support Jordan Customs in the Implementation of the EU-Jordan Association Agreement, supported through the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation and funded by the European Union at a value of Euro 995 thousand, was announced successfully completed.. Al-Ali Meets with UNICEF’s Deputy Executive Director Oct.21/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met with Deputy Executive Director of the United Nations Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) Mr. Saad Houry Tuesday to discuss existing UNICEF programs in Jordan and means of enhancing the Fund's current activities in Jordan.. Minister Al-Ali Conducts Meetings with Senior Officials at the World Bank, IFC, and US Department of State Oct.15/2008 - During her official visit to the United States to attend the Annual World Bank Meetings in Washington D.C, the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali, Jordan’s Governor at the World Bank, conducted several meetings with senior officials at the World Bank, IFC, and US Department of State.. Al-Ali Signs Agreement with China for the Provision of Public Surveillance Equipment for Jordanian Public Security Directorate Sep.29/2008 - On behalf of the government of Jordan, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed Monday an agreement with the Government of the Peoples Republic of China for the financing of a Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) Cameras Project for the Public Security Directorate.. The Korean International Cooperation Agency Provides Equipment Grant to the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation Sep.29/2008 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation was presented Monday with office equipment valued at US $59 thousand by the Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA).. Al-Ali Launches Code of Ethics for Microfinance Institutions in Jordan Sep.28/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation launched Sunday the code of ethics for Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) in Jordan.. Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation Signs 5 Grant Agreements with the US Valued at US$479.5 Million Sep.25/2008 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation signs 5 grant agreements Thursday with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), earmarking US$479.5 million in aid money allocated by the United States earlier this year.. Al Ali meets with Greek Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sep.23/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met Tuesday with the Greek Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Mr. Theodorus Kasismis who is visiting Jordan from 21-24 September 2008.. Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation Secures Hellenic Grant to Support Tourism Development in Madaba Sep.23/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed on Tuesday a grant agreement with the Government of Greece for the funding of the "Shelter in Madaba Archeological Park and Interpretation of the Church of the Map Project".. Al-Ali Visits Development Projects Supported by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation in Zarqa & Rusaifa Sep.21/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali visited a number of projects in Zarqa and Rusaifah Sunday aimed at enhancing economic productivity and improving living conditions for residents of the area.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation and the Ambassador of the European Commission Delegation to Jordan sign a Grant Agreement for an amount of €15 million Sep.18/2008 - financing agreement worth €15 million (JD 15.1 million) as support to the Jordan Services Modernization Programme provided by the European Union to Jordan was signed today, Thursday, 18 September 2008, at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation.. Supported by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation Successful Completion of Institutional Strengthening Project at the Ministry of Justice Sep. 14/2008 - The Technical Assistance for Institutional Strengthening of the Ministry of Justice Project for an amount of Euro 1.1 million was announced successfully completed at a closing ceremony held today under the patronage of the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation and the Minister of Justice.. Al-Ali Visits Development Projects Supported by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation in Ajloun Sep.1/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali visited the Governorate of Ajloun Monday as part of an ongoing effort to reach out to the various governorates and support them in building their institutional and technical capacities towards achieving effective local development in line with His Majesty King Abdullah II directives.. Al-Ali and Al-Hadidi Celebrate the Successful Completion of Twinning Project between Jordanian Ministry of Industry and Trade and the European Union Aug.31/2008 - The twining project with the European Unions entitled "Trade-Related Capacity Building for the Ministry of Industry and Trade" was announced successfully completed at a closing ceremony held today under the patronage of the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation and the Minister of Industry and Trade.. Al-Ali Inaugurates Conference on Economic Freedoms in Jordan Aug.27/2008 - Deputizing for the Prime Minister, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali inaugurated today the first Jordan Audit Conference which deals with Jordan’s performance in the Economic Freedom of the World Report.. Al-Ali Meets with Chairman of Board of Directors of the Japanese External Trade Organization Aug.26/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met Tuesday with the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Japanese External Trade Organization (JETRO) Mr. Yasuo Hayashi and accompanying delegation.. Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation Contributes to the Establishment of Consumer Markets for Retired Servicemen Aug.24/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali announced Sunday that the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation would finance the establishment of a number of parallel markets run by retired servicemen and war veterans' cooperatives at a value of JD 350 thousand.. Planning Minister Signs US $10.8 Million Grant Agreement with Japanese Government for Zarqa Water Supply Project Aug.20/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed on behalf of the Government of Jordan a grant agreement worth 1.192.000.000 Japanese Yen (equivalent to US $10.8 million) with the Government of Japan on Wednesday for the continuation of phase 2 of the Zarqa Water Supply Project.. Global Environment Facility Extends US $ 6 Million Grant for Jordanian Wind Energy Generation Aug. 19/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed Tuesday a US $6 million grant agreement on behalf of the Government of Jordan extended by the Global Environment Facility to support the Wind Energy Market Project.. Al-Ali Announces Expansion of IRADA Scope of Work to Include Municipalities and Cooperatives Aug. 18/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali visited a number of projects in Madaba on Monday aimed at enhancing economic productivity and improving living conditions for residents of the Governorate.. Planning Minister Announces Completion of Kingdom Wide Women Empowerment Mapping July 22/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali announced Tuesday the completion of the mapping of women's empowerment in Jordan, the first such effort in the Arab World.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Meets with Head of European Parliament Delegation Visiting Jordan July 17/2008 - Minister of Planning & International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met Thursday with Chairperson of the Delegation for Relations with the Mashreq Countries at the European Parliament Beatrice Patrie who is visiting Jordan from 17-19 July 2008.. Al-Ali Discusses Increased future US Assistance to Jordan with Key US Officials and Congress Members July 13/2008 - During her official visit to the United States, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met with key US officials and several members of the US Congress.. Minster of Planning and International Cooperation signs grant agreement with UNHCR July 13/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation signed on Sunday July 13th a financing agreement of JOD 115,000 granted by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to support the Government of Jordan in providing services for Iraqis in Jordan.. Al-Ali Announces a Number of World Bank Grants and meets with Key World Bank Officials July 10/2008 - During her official visit to the United States the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met with several key World Bank officials including Ms. Daniela Gressani, Vice President of the Middle East and North Africa at the Bank.. Minister of Planning & International Cooperation Meets with Japanese Senior Vice Minister of Economy, Industry & Trade July 3/2008 - Minister of Planning & International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met Thursday with the Japanese Senior Vice Minister of Economy, Industry & Trade Mr. Masashi Nakano and the accompanying delegation. The meeting was also attended by the Japanese Ambassador to Jordan.. U.S. to Provide US$450 Additional Economic and Military Assistance to Jordan for the Years 2008 and 2009 July 1/2008 - At a joint press conference, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Ms. Suhair Al-Ali and US ambassador to Jordan Mr. David Hale, announced today that President of the United States George W. Bush signed on 30 June 2008 the Supplemental Appropriations Bill for FY 2008.. Al-Ali Inaugurates Regional Seminar on Women's Economic Participation in the Southern Mediterranean June 30/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali inaugurated Monday a two day regional seminar on Women's Economic Participation organized by the EUROMED Role of Women in Economic Life Programme, in cooperation with the Jordan Forum for Business and Professional Women in Jordan.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Meets with European Commission Official from Brussels June 26/2008 - During a meeting held between the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali and European Commission Director for the South Mediterranean and Middle East Tomلs Duplل del Moral Thursday, Al-Ali requested additional assistance to Jordan from the European Union towards enabling the Kingdom to to continue with execution of various development programmes and initiatives particularly in view of the fiscal challenges.. Meeting for the Foundation for International Community Assistance in Amman – Jordan June 22/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali gave an overview of the general economic situation and the challenges faced by the Jordanian economy to the Board of Directors of the Foundation for International Community Assistance (FINCA) convening in Jordan on Sunday.. Planning Minister Witnesses a Financing Agreement by the French Agency for Development (AFD) to Support the Microfinance Sector June 22/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali witnessed the signing of a €3 million financing agreement provided by the French Agency for Development (AFD) to Societe Generale Bank for funding the portfolios of two Microfinance Institutions (MFIs).. Al-Ali: Jordan seeks full membership in the European Energy Charter June 18/2008 - Minister of Planning & International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali, met today with Ambassador André Mernier, Secretary General of the European Energy Charter Secretariat and his accompanying delegation.. Planning Minister Praises INJAZ Supporters June 17/2008 - Deputizing for Her Majesty Queen Rania, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali on Monday acted as patron at the INJAZ Programme’s ceremony for honouring supporting companies.. Successful completion of Twinning Project between Jordanian Audit Bureau and the British and German Audit Offices June 15/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation witnessed Sunday the successful completion of the Twinning Project between the Jordanian Audit Bureau and the British and German Audit Offices conducted under its supervision.. Planning Minister Discusses Bilateral Relations with Visiting Moroccan Ministerial Delegation June 10/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali, met Tuesday with a Moroccan delegation visiting Jordan headed by Moroccan Minister of Transport Karim Ghallab.. Minister Al-Ali Signs a MoU Grant for CDN $4.8 million with the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) June 9/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed today, a MoU grant in the value of CAN$ 4,8 million (JD 3,4million) provided by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA).. Al-Ali calls on Donors' additional assistance to Support Jordan's Development Program June 8/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali, chaired on Sunday 8/6/2006 a donors' meeting to update the members of the donor community in Jordan.. Minister Al-Ali Heads the Jordanian Delegation to the 33rd Annual meeting of the Islamic Development Bank in Jeddah June 4/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation and Governor of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan at the Islamic Development Bank, Suhair Al-Ali, headed the Jordanian delegation to the 33rd Annual Meeting of the Islamic Development Bank.. Al-Ali signs five-year UN development assistance plan for Jordan June 1/2008 - On behalf of the government of Jordan, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al Ali, signed today with three United Nations agencies their respective Country Programme Action Plans (CPAPs).. Al-Ali Discusses US Assistance to Jordan with Visiting Congressional Staffer Delegation May 28/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali, met with a Congressional Staffer delegation visiting Jordan. During the meeting the Planning Minister provided an overview of the current political, social and economic climate in Jordan.. DoS survey to focus on women engaged in informal work sector May 22/2008 - The Department of Statistics (DoS) will conduct a two-month survey on women who are participating in the informal work sector.. Minister Al-Ali meets with visiting NWC delegation May 14/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali reiterated today, while meeting with a delegation from the National War College (NWC); Jordan's appreciation for the US continued support to Jordan's development and reform efforts. She noted that as Jordan seeks to accelerate its social and economic national reform agenda; it continues to count on further US support.. Minister Al-Ali meets with UNIFEM’s Officials May 12/2008 - During a meeting with UNIFEM’s Deputy Director Ms. Joanne Sandler and Dr. Muna Ghanem, Director of UNIFEM’s regional Office, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali expressed Jordan’s appreciation to United Nations Development Fund for Women.. EC to support the Jordan Media Institute (JMI) with a €940 thousand grant May 7/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed on Wednesday 7 May 2008, a €940 thousand grant agreement extended by the European Commission to support the Jordan Media Institute (JMI).. France ready to extend technical, financial support May 7/2008 - France is ready to extend technical and financial support to the Kingdom in its efforts to create a clean environment, visiting French Secretary of State for Ecology Nathalie Kosciusko-Morizet said on Wednesday.. Experts share experiences to enhance local development Apr.28/2008 - The government has developed a clear strategy that aims at engaging local communities, the private sector and NGOs in the lawmaking process, Planning and International Cooperation Minister Suhair Al-Ali said on Monday.. European Commission and UNDP Sign Agreement to Demine Jordan- Syrian Border Apr.24/2008 - The European Commission and United Nations Development Programme signed today an agreement to support the mine clearance along the border between Jordan and Syria. Present at the ceremony was also His Royal Highness Prince Mired.. Al-Ali meets Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives & accompanying delegation Apr.23/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation-Suhair Al-Ali met today Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives, Harry Jenkins and his accompanying delegation.. Ministry of Planning extends support to retired servicemen Apr.22/2008 - The Ministry of Planning announced on Tuesday that it will continue its support of the Economic and Social Association of Retired Servicemen and Veterans (ESARSV) projects, extending JD1.25 million to establish some 20 cooperative societies.. Cooperation between municipalities, private sector urged Apr.17/2008 - A score of income-generating, poverty reduction and job-creating projects were recently considered by municipalities, ministries and the private sector, in an effort to streamline development at the local level.. “Working together towards a sustainable local development" Apr.16/2008 - Mayors and council members of 93 municipalities gathered on Wednesday in an effort to improve services and local development.. China to design a Central Control System of Public Security in Amman Apr.15/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali patronized today, Tuesday 15/4/2008, the signing of the memorandum of understanding between the Directorate of Public Security and the Chinese company which designs a Central Control System of Public Security (CCTV).. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Participates in the 12th Annual Economist Government Roundtable in Athens Apr.12/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation-Suhair Al-Ali- participated as a main speaker in the 12th Annual Economist Government Roundtable sessions entitled “Strengthening Business Ties between the Middle East and S.E. Europe: The Investment Outlook” last week in Athens.. Organizations to assist family needs through cooperation Apr.8/2008 - The Department of Statistics (DoS) will start providing the National Council for Family Affairs (NCFA) with family-related figures and indicators to help assess family needs in the Kingdom. Under a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on Tuesday at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, DoS and NCFA will exchange statistics on the health, education and socio-economic status of families in Jordan.. Al-Ali participates in the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development’s 37th annual meeting of governors Apr.2/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali on Wednesday participated in the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development’s 37th annual meeting of governors, held in Sanaa.. Minister Al-Ali addresses Meeting of the UNDP Resident Representatives in the Arab States Region Mar.26/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali addressed a regional meeting for the UNDP Resident Representatives in the Arab Region, in which she presented a key note address thanking the UNDP for their continuous support to the region.. Minister Al-Ali Meets with Ms. Amat Al Alim Alsoswa, Regional Director of the Bureau for Arab States, UNDP Mar. 24/2008 - During a meeting with Ms. Amat Al Alim Alsoswa, UNDP's Regional Director of the Bureau for Arab States, the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation extended Jordan's appreciation to the UNDP for its continued support to Jordan, highlighting that, since 1976.. Al-Ali Meets with Members of the Helsinki Commission Mar.16/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met today with two members from the Helsinki Commission who were accompanied with US Ambassador to Jordan David Hale.. Three Financial Agreements signed with the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development Mar.10/2008 - Three financing agreements were signed today at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation between the Government of Jordan & the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD).. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation signs Exchange of Notes between the Government of Jordan and the Government of Japan for a Grant of US$14 million in the form of Budget Support Mar.9/2008 - Exchange of Notes were signed at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation between the Governments of Jordan and Japan on Sunday, 9 March 2007, in which the Government of Japan extends a grant in the amount of Japanese Yen 1.5 billion (US$14 million) in the form of Budget Support under the Non-Project Grant Aid scheme.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali participates in a conference on women in Brussels Mar.6/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali participated at the international conference under the slogan «Women: stabilizing An Insecure World» in Brussels, at the invitation from Benita Ferrero-Waldner European Commissioner for External Relations.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation meets Officials from the European Commission Mar.6/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali met today with Mr. Marcus Cornaro, Director for Europe, Southern Mediterranean, Middle-East and Neighbourhood Policy at the European Commission's EuropeAid Cooperation Office (AIDCO), to discuss the ongoing bilateral cooperation and partnership between the European Union and Jordan.. Minister Al-Ali holds meetings with two US delegations Feb. 28/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation confirmed Jordan's appreciation for the continued US assistance to Jordan over the many years, which she said has supported Jordan’s development and reform efforts.. Al-Ali holds talks with US official Feb.27/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali on Wednesday held talks with US Acting Assistant Secretary for Population Samuel Witten.. ICT Career Development and Capacity Building Training for 94 Women in Irbid and Karak Feb. 26/2008 - Under the patronage of the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al Ali, The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through the Sustainable Achievement of Business Expansion and Quality Program (SABEQ) celebrated today the graduation of 94 females.. Parallel markets get a boost Feb. 25/2008 - Residents in 10 towns and villages will be able to buy their daily essential commodities at relatively lower prices in parallel markets, which are going through an.. The Opening of Jordan Business Environment Conference Feb. 24/2008 - Prime Minister Nader Dahabi said Sunday that the security and stability Jordan enjoys are not enough to create an optimal investment environment.. Minister Al-Ali meets the Kuwaiti Jordanian Parliamentary Friendship Committee Feb.19/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met today the head of the Kuwaiti Jordanian Parliamentary Friendship Committee, Marzouq Hbaini, & the accompanying delegation.. Italian Grant to Support Jordan Center for Garment Design and Training Services Project Feb.13/2008 - The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation-Suhair Al-Ali and the Italian Ambassador to Amman-Gianfranco Giorgolo, signed a €3.5 million grant agreement to support.. Minister Al-Ali Meets with President and CEO of (OPIC) Feb.11/2008 - During a meeting with Mr. Robert Mosbacher, the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation extended Jordan's appreciation to OPIC for its support and investments in Jordan, noting that these investments will further support.. Al-Ali launches The Newly Created Job Opportunities Report during the First Half of 2007 Feb.7/2008 - Unemployment rates last year reached a six-year record low, dropping to 13.1 per cent from 14 per cent in 2006, a survey said. But a senior official said that although the drop comes as good news, more work is needed to bring.. Planning Minister Witnesses the Spanish Government Support to the Jordanian Microfinance Sector Feb.5/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation (MOPIC) Suhair Al-Ali, witnessed the ceremony of the Spanish Government financial support to two Jordanian Microfinance Institutions.. World Bank: MENA Education Reforms at a Crossroads Feb.4/2008 - Countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) have made significant progress in reforming educational systems to expand access to all levels of education and reduce gender disparity. Yet, these achievements remain.. Zamaleh Program holds graduation ceremony Jan.27/2008 - Around 262 young people yesterday completed a training course organized by the Zamaleh 2007 Program, which is designed to provide.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation meets with Danish Parliamentary delegation Jan.21/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali, met today with a delegation from the Danish Parliament headed by Mrs. Gitte Seeberg to discuss areas.. Danish-Jordan project to empower women Jan.15/2008 - HRH Princess Basma on Tuesday underlined the importance of women’s empowerment for various economic sectors to witness growth and prosperity and boost the capabilities of all citizens.. Al-Ali checks on Wadi Araba projects Jan.7/2008- WADI ARABA - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali on Tuesday checked on development projects being implemented in Wadi Araba under the ministry’s economic and social productivity.. Foreign Assistance Committed to Jordan in 2007 amounts US$680 million Jan.3/2008- The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali, announced that the total amount of foreign assistance committed to Jordan by the donor community and financing institutions in 2007 amounted to US$680 million, compared to US$675 million in 2006.. Minister Al-Ali Meets with a British Parliamentarians Delegation Jan.3/2008 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation-Suhair Al-Ali lauded bilateral relations between Jordan and the United Kingdom during the meeting held today with key British Parliamentarians (Members of the Middle East Committee from the Conservative Party). . Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Signs three Financial Agreements with the German Government Dec.27/2007 -Three financing agreements were signed between the Government of Jordan and the German Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW). The agreements were signed by the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation - Suhair Al-Ali, and the Director of KfW office in Amman - Matthias Schlund.. The European Union provides Jordan with Additional Grants in the value of Euro 26.7 million to support the Education Sector in Jordan Dec.27/2007 - The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali, announced that the European Union provided Jordan with an additional grant in the value of Euro 26.7 million to support the Education Sector in the Kingdom.. The Launch of the National Competitiveness Observatory and Jordan's First Competitiveness Report for 2007 Dec. 17/ 2007 -Under the Patronage of Prime Minister Nader Dahabi, the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation launched the National Competitiveness Observatory and Jordan's First Competitiveness Report for 2007 in the presence of various representatives from the Government, private sector, embassies, international organizations and the donor community.. Climate change cited as defining human development challenge of 21st century Dec. 16/2007 - Global human development experts on Sunday said the world was heading towards an imminent humanitarian crisis and political and social security would be compromised if it did not do more to address the impact of global warming.. Deputizing for Her Majesty Queen Rania Al-Abdullah, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Launches the National Impact and Market Study of the Microfinance in Jordan Dec. 13/2007 -Deputizing for Her Majesty Queen Rania Al-Abdullah, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali, launched the National Impact and Market Study of the Microfinance Sector in Jordan. The study was implemented by PlaNet Finance and funded through the French Agency for Development (AFD) upon a request and sponsorship by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation. . Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Signs the Financial Agreement Pertaining to the Implementation of Support the Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Jordan Project Dec. 12/2007 -An agreement was signed at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation between the Government of Jordan and the Government of Italy to support the Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Jordan. . Minister Al-Ali signs a Loan Agreement between the Governments of Jordan and Saudi Arabiato finance the Expansion of Al-Bashir Hospital dec.9 /2007 -A loan agreement was signed at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation between the Government of Jordan and the Government of Saudi Arabia represented by the Saudi Fund for Development, whereby the Fund will provide an additional soft loan in the amount of Saudi Riyals 82.5 million (US$22 million) to finance the expansion of Al-Bashir Hospital.. The Jordanian and Yemeni Statistics Signs Cooperation Agreement Dec. 6/2007 -In the presence of the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali and the Ambassador of the Republic of Yemen in Amman, Hussein Bin Taher Bin Yahia, a joint cooperation agreement was signed between the Jordanian and the Yemeni Statistical Departments.. Minister Al-Ali Meets with Key Official at the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee Dec. 5/2007 - During a meeting with Patrick Garvey, key official at the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee and the accompanying delegation, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali said that the economic outlook of Jordan is expected to continue witnessing uncertainty in the medium-term driven by the various challenges Jordan is facing.. Minister Al-Ali signs an Agreement with Switzerland to finance the Development of Medical Waste Management Project in the Northern Governorates Nov.28/2007 Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al Ali signed a cooperation agreement with the Swiss Government to finance the development of Medical Waste Management Project in the Northern Governorates. Minister Al-Ali Meets with Delegation from the Washington Institute for Near East Policy Nov.28/2007 Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali met today with a delegation from the Washington Institute for Near East Policy. During the meeting the Minister confirmed that Jordan has made significant strides towards developing a modern, tolerant, and democratic society, and to establish itself as a successful model of reform and development conceived and implemented from within. Minister Al-Ali meets with Representative Betty McCollum and A Delegation Nov.25/2007 During a meeting with Representative Betty McCollum, and in the presence of US Ambassador Mr. David Hale, member of the House Appropriations Committee, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali highlighted the various challenges that Jordan is facing on both the internal and external fronts including large budget and current account deficits, poverty and unemployment rates, the increase in the price of oil and the recent influx of Iraqis to Jordan. Minister Al-Ali Signs Two Grant Agreements with the UNHCR and UNICEF to Support the Education and Health Sectors in Jordan Nov. 19/ 2007 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed on Monday 18 November 2007, two grant agreements provided by the UNHCR and UNICEF to support the education and health sectors in Jordan. Mr. Imran Riza, Representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and Ms. Ann Skatvedt the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) representative signed on behalf of their respective agencies.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation meets the Vice President of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Nov. 18/ 2007 -The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali, met today with the Vice President of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Mr. Seiichi Nagatsuka, to discuss means to further enhance bilateral cooperation between Jordan and Japan. The meeting was also attended by Mr. Takeaki Sato, the Resident Representative of JICA Jordan Office.. Closing Ceremony of JISM twinning project Nov. 14/ 2007 - The closing ceremony of the Twinning Project of the Jordan Institution for Standards and Metrology was held today in the presence of Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali and Sharif Ali Zu'bi, Minister of Justice\Acting Minister of Industry and Trade and the Ambassador of the EC Delegation in Amman Patrick Renauld.. Minister Al-Ali Meets with a French Parliamentarians Delegation Nov. 14/ 2007 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation-Suhair Al-Ali extended Jordan’s appreciation for France’s continued support to Jordan’s development efforts over the many years during the meeting held today with key French Parliamentarians (Members in the Union for Popular Movement). The Minister also highlighted Jordan seeks to accelerate its political, social and economic national reform agenda.. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation signs Cooperation Agreements with the French Agency for Development (AFD) for an amount of Euro 24.2 million Nov. 7/2007 - Four cooperation agreements were signed today at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation between the Government of Jordan and the French Agency for Development (AFD). . Minister Al-Ali meets with a Delegation from the Council for the National Interest (CNI) Nov. 6/2007 - During a meeting with a Delegation from the Council for the National Interest (CNI) visiting Jordan, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali briefed the delegation on the challenges that Jordan is facing including the rise in international oil prices and the escalation of conflicts and ongoing political instability in the region.. The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation Support the Microfinance Institutions with JD 2.5 million Nov. 4/2007 - The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali, witnessed a signing between the Secretary General of the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation-Nasser Shraideh and the Development and Employment Fund General Director-Ali Al-Gzawi on a JD (2.5) million grant agreement to support the Microfinance Institutions (MFIs).. Minister Al-Ali Conducts Meetings with Several Senior Officials at the World Bank and the US Administration Oct. 24/2007 - During a working visit to the United States, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali, head of the Jordanian delegation to the World Bank and International Monitory Fund's annual meetings in Washington D.C., conducted numerous meetings with senior officials at the World Bank, US State Department and US Treasury.. Minister Al-Ali Emphasizes the Importance of the Support of the Donor Community to Countries that are Implementing Reform and Achieving Results Oct. 17 /2007 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali participated in the Second International Conference on Development Cooperation with Middle Income Countries that was held in El-Salvador last week, in which she presented a summary of the ongoing reform process in Jordan that aims at improving the livelihoods of all Jordanians.. Minister Al-Ali Signs Two Grant Agreements with the USAID in the value of US$ 99 million to Support the Social and Economic Sector in Jordan sep. 24/2007 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed on Monday 24 September 2007, two grant agreements provided by the USAID to support the social sector and economic growth in Jordan.. Workshop in the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation related the results and recommendations of the Sep. 18/ 2007 - H.E. the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali launched a wor kshop on Tuesday 18th of September 2007 to present and discuss the preliminary findings of the National Impact and Market Study of Microfinance sector in Jordan. This study was launched based on MOPIC request, implemented by PlaNet Finance, and funded from the French Agency for Development (AFD).. Minister Al-Ali Signs with USAID Two Grant Agreements in the Value of US$ 141 million to for Budget Support and Water and Environment sep. 17/2007- Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed on Monday 17 September 2007, two grant agreements provided by the USAID under their Regular Economic Assistance Program to Jordan in the value of US$ 141 million.. Minister Al-Ali Signs A Grant Agreement for CDN$ 4.6 million with the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) to Support Gender and sep. 10/2007 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali signed today, a grant agreement in the value of CDN$ 4.6 million. The grant provided by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) aims at increased and more equitable participation of Jordanian women in sustainable development.. Al-Ali Signs A Grant Agreement with the USTDA to Support the Environmental Sector In Jordan sep. 9/ 2007 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali and US Ambassador to Jordan Mr. David Hale signed on Sunday 9 September 2007.. Under the patronage of H.E. Minister Suhair Al-Ali the Fourth National Conference of Jordanian Women convenes today sep. 1/2007 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Suhair Al-Ali, addressed on Saturday, 1 September in the Fourth National Conference of Jordanian Women.. Al-Ali meets with Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees and Migration Aug. 28/2007 -During a meeting with Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees and Migration Ellen Sauerbrey yesterday,in the presence of U.S. Ambassador to Jordan.. Al-Ali chairs the steering committee for the “EU Support to Regulatory Reforms and Privatisation” Program Aug. 5/ 2007 - Minister Al-Ali chairs a meeting of the steering committee for the “Support to Regulatory Reforms and Privatization (SRRP)” program, which is financed through a 20-million euro European grant over a period of seven years 2002-2009.. Jordan signs the Cultural Exchange Programme with the Republic of Korea for the years 2007-2009 Aug. 1/ 2007 - The Cultural Exchange Programme for the years 2007-2009 is signed between Jordan and the Republic of Korea during a meeting held between Minister Al-Ali and the Korean Ambassador to Amman.. Al-Ali urges the European Investment Bank to help set up Venture Capital Funds to support SMEs July 26/ 2007 - Minister Al-Ali meets with officials from the European Investment Bank to discuss cooperation with the Bank in various fields, amongst which is the possibility of the Bank’s support to establishing Seed Capital Funds and Venture Capital Funds in Jordan.. Japan supports water sector through a $5.5 million grant July 25/ 2007 - An exchange of notes is signed between the governments of Jordan and Japan in which the Government of Japan extends a $5.5 million grant to finance the second part of the “Improvement of Water Supply for the Zarqa District (Phase II)” project.. Minister Al-Ali meets with the Deputy United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees July 19/ 2007 - Minister Al-Ali meets with Deputy United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Larry Craig Johnstone to discuss areas of cooperation between the Government and the High Commission for Refugees, and mechanisms of support to the Government to help address the financial impact of hosting Iraqis in Jordan, with the aim of providing the best services especially in health and education.. Minister Al-Ali meets with a delegation from the CNI July 18/ 2007 - During a meeting with a delegation from the American Council for the National Interest (CNI), Al-Ali notes that Jordan continues to make significant strides towards developing a modern, tolerant and open society.. Minister Al-Ali meets with a Congressional Staffer Delegation July 3/ 2007 - During a meeting with a Congressional Staffer Delegation visiting Jordan, Minister Al-Ali expresses Jordan’s appreciation to the United States for its continued assistance to Jordan and states that as Jordan continues on its ambitious path of reform, it will continue to count on the support of partners such as the United States.. Minister Al-Ali meets with Indonesian Parliamentarian delegation June 28/ 2007 - Planning and International Cooperation Minister meets with a visiting Indonesian Parliamentarian delegation, headed by Aisha Hamid Baidlowi, to exchange views and discuss Jordan's experience in enabling and empowering women.. Al-Ali inspects work progress on Agricultural Census June 25/ 2007 - Minister Al-Ali inspects one of the enumeration centers and the central operations room to follow up on the work progress of the census being implemented by the Department of Statistics ( DoS).. Minister Al-Ali meets with a delegation from the American Council of Young Political Leaders June 24/ 2007 - During a meeting with a delegation from the American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL), the Minister underscores the strong relations that Jordan has with the United States and values the support provided by USAID to Jordan.. IFC and Société Générale de Banques Jordanie Support the Microfinance Sector in Jordan June 20/ 2007 - Under the patronage of the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali, agreements supporting Microfinance sector in Jordan were signed today at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation.. Al-Ali signs three cooperation agreements with the government of the People's Republic of China June 19/ 2007 - Minister Al-Ali signs with Chinese Deputy Minister of Commerce Chen Jian three cooperation agreements.. with the Government of the People's Republic of China., Regional workshop discusses design and implementation of social safety networks June 4/ 2007 - While delivering a speech at the opening of a regional workshop, Minister Al-Ali notes that safeguarding the poor and those susceptible to falling under the poverty line has ranked high on the Government's agenda.. Minister Al-Ali heads delegation to 32nd Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Islamic Development Bank Group in Dakar May 30/ 2007 - Minister Al-Ali heads the Jordanian delegation to the 32nd Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Islamic Development Bank Group in Dakar, Senegal held under the patronage of the President of Senegal.. Global donor apathy cause for concern, say experts May 19/ 2007 - Jordan is striving to achieve high levels of transparency and efficiency at a time when global donor apathy is a cause for concern, panellists said at the World Economic Forum.. Planning Ministry and UNIFEM launch orientation workshop on integrating gender mainstreaming in development May 14/ 2007 - Minister Al-Ali announces the launch of implementing the Ministry's gender audit within the context of the Capacity Building Project funded by the United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM).. Premier highlights significance of tourism sector May 13/ 2007 - Prime Minister Marouf Bakhit notes that the Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Urban Development Project (the third tourism project) will help achieve justice in distributing the fruits of development among the country’s governorates and encourage investment in the tourism sector.. Al-Ali inaugurates the Fourth International Rebuild Iraq Conference May 8/ 2007 - Minister Al-Ali confirms Jordan's commitment to supporting Iraq and its multifaceted reconstruction efforts.. AFESD extends soft loan for the expansion of Assamra Power Generating Station May 6/ 2007 - Two agreements; a soft loan and a loan-guarantee, are signed for the expansion of the Assamra Power Generating Station. Under the first agreement, the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD) will extend.. On a working visit to Brussels, Minister Al-Ali meets a number of European Union, European Commission and Belgian Government Officials May 2/ 2007 - During a working visit to Brussels, Minister Al-Ali calls on the European Union to provide additional support to Jordan to assist in sustaining achievements and to pursue with the implementation of reforms and development projects in the key priority areas.. Minister Al-Ali inaugurates a number of retired military associations' productive projects April 24/ 2007 - Minister Al-Ali inaugurates several productive projects funded by the Ministry through local cooperatives established under the umbrella of the Social and Economic Corporation for Military Retirees.. Japan extends JD16 million grant to finance the “Developing Jordan’s Civil Defense Appliances” project April 23/ 2007 - The Japanese Government extends a JD16 million grant to finance the “Developing of Jordan’s Civil Defense Appliances” project. This grant amount is drawn from the Japan-Jordan Counterpart Fund which was established through the deposits generated from the sales of commodities procured through the Japanese Non-Project Grant Aid.. Minister Al-Ali meets with journalists from EU member states April 21/2007 - Minister Al-Ali meets with a number of journalists representing TV, radio, print media and news agencies from the EU member states.. Minister Al-Ali meets with visiting National War College delegation April 16/ 2007 - Minister Al-Ali confirms Jordan's appreciation for the continued US assistance to Jordan over the many years, which she said has supported Jordan’s development and reform efforts. . Jordan, Germany sign cooperation agreements April 16/ 2007 - Two cooperation agreements worth 27.5 Million Euros for joint projects in the water sector and to support the financial management reform were signed at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation.. Jordan and US sign Science and Technology Cooperation agreement April 5/007 - Minister Al-Ali signs with US Ambassador to Jordan David Hale the Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement, which aims at facilitating and strengthening scientific cooperation between Jordan and the United States.. Development policies should match demographic transition, say experts April 3/2007 - Some 40 local, Arab and international experts in demographic policies and population issues convened to draw up a regional framework for integrating demographic transition with local development plans and programmes.. Customs Department launches twinning project with its Italian counterpart April 3/2007 - The Customs Department launches a twinning project with its Italian counterpart to boost the implementation of the partnership agreement signed between Jordan and the European Union (EU).. Minister Al-Ali meets with UN Resident Coordinator March 29/2007 - Planning and International Cooperation Minister Suhair Al-Ali endorses and signs with the UN Resident Coordinator in Jordan Luc Stevens, the final United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) for the years 2008-2012.. Minister Al-Ali meets with visiting AWC delegation March 19/2007 - Minister Suhair Al-Ali meets with a delegation from the Air War College.. China extends a $7.8 million grant to upgrade and expand water supply network March 18/ 2007 - An exchange of notes is signed between the governments of Jordan and China for the provision of a $7.8 million grant for financing the “Upgrading and Expansion Water Supply Network in Russaifah” project.. Al-Ali signs two grant agreements with the USTDA to support the water sector in Jordan March 15/2007 - Minister Al-Ali signs two USTDA grant agreements worth $742,000.. Minister Al-Ali inaugurates regional workshop on integrating civil society in social and economic development policies March.13/ 2007 - Speaking at the inauguration of a workshop entitled, “Opportunities and Challenges of Integrating the Civil Society in the Social and Economic Development Policies”; Minister Al-Ali notes that involving the civil society in devising and implementing social and economic policies is key to the sustainable development process.. Brainstorming meeting assesses local community development approach March 4/2007 - UN-ESCWA holds a subregional brainstorming meeting to assess the local community development (LCD) approach and use it as a model to design LCD integrated policy.. The EU extends €265 million grant March 1/2007 - Within the framework of economic and financial cooperation between the EU and Jordan and under the European Assistance Programme for the years 2007-2010, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Jordanian Government and the European Commission under which the EU provides Jordan with grants worth €265 million was signed at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation.. Minister Al-Ali meets with a delegation from the National Defense University March 1/2007 - Minister Al-Ali confirms Jordan's appreciation for the continued US assistance to Jordan over the many years, which she said has supported Jordan’s development and reform efforts.. Minister Al-Ali chairs panel discussion of Arab- U.S. Women Business Leaders Summit March 1/2007 - Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali said today that Jordan over the past few years has been implementing a comprehensive strategy to enhance the role of women and increase their economic and political participation through gender mainstreaming in planning and policy-making processes across governmental ministries and authorities.. Launch of capacity building twining project for the Ministry of Industry and Trade Feb.22/2007-A twinning project aimed at enhancing the institutional capacities of the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MIT) in the area of trade policies was launched at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation.. Gender disparity remains prevalent in MENA region — Al-Ali Feb.21/2007 - Empowering women is a key factor in achieving the socio-economic development of societies in the Middle East and North Africa, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali said at the Women’s Democracy Network (WDM) Regional Conference on Wednesday.. Minister Al-Ali inaugurates the opening ceremony of the First Regional Conference on Developing Service Markets and Value Chains Feb.18/2007 - Al-Ali notes that based on the realization of the critical role that micro, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) play in the overall economic development; the Government of Jordan has initiated various programs to support the development of these enterprises.. Al-Ali holds talks with Executive Vice President of the World Bank/ MIGA Feb.15/ 2007 - Al-Ali meets with the World Bank Executive Vice President, and Head of the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) to discuss the expansion of bilateral cooperation between the Jordanian Government and the MIGA.. The World Bank extends a $56 million loan to assist in financing tourism project Feb. 11/2007 - Minister Al-Ali meets with visiting World Bank delegation to discuss existing World Bank programs and missions as well as further cooperation possibilities between Jordan and the WB.. Jordan to get $230m from OPIC for several projects Feb.8/2007 - Three investment agreements were signed here on Wednesday for implementing several projects. Jordan to propose projects to Millennium Challenge Corporation Jan. 30/2007 - Jordan will submit a proposal for economic development projects to the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), a US government corporation created to administer the Millennium Challenge Account before the end of this year.. Mentoring programme for women bankers concludes Jan. 22/ 2007 - Women leaders in the banking sector conclude a mentoring programme with presenters Reem Atalla Habayeb and Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali overseeing the final session entitled “Career Management and Career Change.” Minister Al-Ali meets with visiting JBIC governor Jan. 21/2007 - Minister Al-Ali meets with Governor of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) to discuss bilateral cooperation and available investment opportunities in the Kingdom which JBIC can finance.. Closing Statement of the High Level Policy Forum on Gender Jan. 15/2007 - Under the patronage of Her Majesty Queen Rania Al-Abdullah, a High Level Policy Forum on Gender convened in Amman on 14 January 2007, with high level participation from the Government of Jordan, policy makers from several countries and international organizations, and senior representation from the Jordanian private sector, civil society and National Institutions.. Gender Forum Jan. 14/2007 - PM reiterates gov’t commitment to revise discriminatory laws.. "Employee of the Month" and "Injaz" awards Dec. 27/2006 - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation grants a number of its employees the "Employee of the Month" award, while others receive the "Injaz" award in recognition of their distinguished work performance.. EU provides Jordan with 2.3m euros in grants Dec. 17/ 2006 - The European Union provides two grants to Jordan totalling 2.3 million euros to support human rights and good governance.. Red-Dead Canal feasibility study launched Dec. 11/ 2006 - Jordan, the Palestinian Authority and Israel announce the launch of the Red-Dead Sea Water Conveyance Study and Environmental and Social Impact Assessment.. Minister Al-Ali meets with UK Parliamentary delegation Planning Minister Al-Ali meets with a visiting British Parliamentary delegation headed by Mark Hendrick, to discuss bilateral relations and means of enhancing economic cooperation.. The UK to extend $100,000 to partially fund the Conference of the States Parties to the UNCAC A grant agreement between Jordan and the United Kingdom is signed whereby the UK is to provide $100,000 to partially fund the first Conference of the States Parties to the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), which is to convene during 10-14/12/2006 at the Dead Sea.. Japan to set up representative office for JBIC in Amman Jordan and Japan sign an exchange of notes for the establishment of a representative office for the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) in Amman.. Minister Al-Ali inaugurates UNRWA MMP branch Minister Al-Ali inaugurates the UNRWA Micro-credit and Micro-finance Programme (MMP) Al-Balad branch in the Raghadan area of Amman.. Saudi Fund for Development extends soft loan for Zarqa Public Hospital Jordan and the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) sign a $30 million soft loan agreement to assist in financing the reconstruction works of the Zarqa Public Hospital.. The First Annual Investment Seminar for Microfinance in the Arab Region Under the Patronage of Her Majesty Queen Rania Al-Abdullah, Minister Al-Ali inaugurates the First Annual Investment Seminar for Microfinance in the Arab Region held on November 20-21/ 2006, at the Dead Sea. Al-Ali discusses with senior CIDA official possibility of more assistance to Jordan Minister Al-Ali discusses with CIDA Vice President Rick Cameron means to boost cooperation between the ministry and the agency in all sectors of common concern.. MoPIC holds periodic meeting with representatives of ministries, civil society institutions and donors The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation holds a meeting to acquaint the participants with the Ministry's role in attaining national set objectives, and discuss means of further cooperation with partners in the decision making process as well as institutionalize relations with associates and clients.. Minister Al-Ali announces Jordan’s Eligibility for Millennium Challenge Cooperation Compact Assistance Al-Ali explains that this qualification comes as a result of the intensive efforts made by His Majesty King Abdullah II and the Government of Jordan over the past year.. Jordan, Germany sign exchange of notes for support of the Water Resource Management Project Jordan and Germany sign an exchange of notes whereby Germany is to provide technical assistance worth €7million for the implementation of the Water Resource Management project for 2006-2009.. Minister Al-Ali addresses the MENA Businesswomen's Summit 2006 in Abu-Dhabi Minister Al-Ali notes that women's empowerment has always ranked high on Jordan's National priorities driven by strong political will of His Majesty King Abdullah II.. $25 million grant to support political, economic reform efforts The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) provides $25 million to support the government’s efforts in advancing its political and economic reforms through the Threshold Programme under an agreement signed at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation on Tuesday.. Jordan and the European Union sign a €5 million grant agreement A financing agreement worth €5 million as support provided by the European Union to Jordan is signed by Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali, on behalf of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan government, and Ambassador of the European Commission Delegation in Amman Mr. Robert van der Meulen, on behalf of the European Commission.. Minister Al-Ali addresses AMIR Program's closing ceremony Under the Patronage of the Minister Al Ali, the USAID-funded AMIR Program holds a ceremony entitled "A Celebration of Success", to mark the completion of its activities in Jordan. EU grants to finance educational sector reform Jordan and the EU sign two agreements worth 62 million euros on Thursday to support the state budget and educational sector reform. U.S. Grants $50 Million in Economic Assistance to Jordan American Ambassador and Planning Minister Al announce the signing of a $50 million grant agreement that provides supplemental U.S. assistance to Jordan. This grant completes the disbursement of an overall economic assistance package of $297.5 million from the American people to Jordan for fiscal year 2006.. Al-Ali concludes official visit to the United States Minister of Planning and International Cooperation concludes a working visit to the United States, during which she held several meetings with senior officials from the State Department, the Millennium Challenge Corporation, and the Freedom House.. MoPIC implements the Balanced Scorecard System After concluding a six-month preparation process; The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation has officially started the application of the Balanced Scorecard System to its financial and managerial systems.. Planning Minister addresses the World Pension Forum Conference in the USA Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali participates in a conference hosted by the World Pension Forum currently taking place in Maryland, USA, in which she presented a key note address entitled "The Jordanian Economy: An Enabling Investment Environment".. Minister Al-Ali holds numerous meetings on the sidelines of the WB annual meetings As Jordan's Governor to the World Bank Group, Minister Al-Ali participates in the World Bank and International Monetary Fund annual meetings that were held in Singapore, where discussions focused on the two agencies' working mechanisms that serve the member countries' interests and development objectives.. Al-Ali addresses the Eisenhower Fellowship Conference in Istanbul Minister Al-Ali addresses the Eisenhower Fellowship International Conference under the theme of "Building Networks for Change", held at the Turkish city of Istanbul, during the period 11-12/9/2006.. US grants $25 m to support political and economic reforms The US approves a $25 million grant to advance Jordan's political, social and economic reform efforts.. Japan extends $11.3 million grant An Exchange of Notes is signed between Jordan and Japan for the provision of a $11.3 million grant, as part of the Japanese Non-Project Grant Aid program, to support Jordan's balance of payments.. MoPIC and Industry and Trade launch TIIS project The ministers of Planning and International Cooperation, and Industry and Trade launch the Trade and Investment Information System (TIIS) project, which entails launching a web page which automatically-compiles, standardizes and publishes updated national statistics on trade and investment, to internationally recognized standards.. Korea extends $20.8 million soft loan to finance sewage project An agreement was signed between Jordan and South Korea for the provision of a $20.8 million soft loan to finance a sewage project in Naur.. MoPIC awards distinguished employees The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation grants some of its employees the "Employee of the Month" award, while others received the "Injaz" award in recognition of distinguished work performance.. Jordan participates in donor conference in Stockholm Heading the Jordanian delegation to an international donors' conference held in Stockholm during the period of 30-31 August 2006, Planning and International Cooperation Minister reiterates Jordan's commitment to support Lebanese and Palestinian recovery efforts.. US extends $247.3m in grants to Jordan The US and Jordan sign four grant agreements for a total amount of $247.3 million that represent the overall US regular economic assistance package for the fiscal year 2006. MoPIC signs MoU with UNIFEM The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation and the United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM), sign a memorandum of understanding to fund the Gender Corporate Capacity Building project at the Ministry. Japan gives JD11 million assistance for agriculture projects Jordan and Japan agree on utilizing a JD11 million grant from the Japanese government for the implementation of several agriculture projects.. Minister Al-Ali meets with JICA Vice President Minister Al-Ali reiterates Jordan's appreciation for Japan's ongoing support to the Kingdom's development process through JICA, particularly the technical support extended in the fields of water, health, education, tourism as well as industrial and enterprise development.. AFESD gives $415,000 for de-mining and rehabilitation The Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD) has extended a grant of $415,000 to the National Commission for De-mining and Rehabilitation.. Jordan, Greece sign cultural agreement An executive program was signed today between the Government of Jordan and the Government of Greece to regulate cultural, educational and scientific bilateral cooperation until 2008. Al-Ali discusses establishment of an economic and social council Planning Minister Al-Ali meets with Anne-Marie Sigmund, president of the European Economic and Social Committee to discuss the establishment of an economic and social council in Jordan.. Minister Al-Ali heads UNDAF' MTR meeting Minister Al-Ali underscores UNDAF's alignment with Jordan's development needs of pressing forward with achieving the Millennium Development Goals, enhancing corporate capabilities and attaining sustainable human development.. The Economic and Social Council Geneva meetings As key speaker at the substantive session of the Economic and Social Council held in Geneva from 3 to 5 July, 2006; Planning and International Cooperation Minister notes that aid coordination between donor and recipient countries should focus on the development needs and objectives of the receiving countries.. Al-Ali concludes official Pakistan visit The eighth session of the Pakistan-Jordan Joint Ministerial Commission was held in Islamabad during 26-27 June, to discuss issues of common concern, prospects for enhancing overall economic relations and to negotiate the signing of a free trade agreement to boost trade volume between the two countries.. The Euro-Jordanian Association Committee holds fourth meeting The Euro-Jordanian Association Committee held its fourth meeting at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation to look into issues of common concern and those related to local and regional political developments.. Al-Ali inaugurates poverty maps workshop Inaugurating a specialized workshop on the preparation of poverty maps, Minister Al-Ali notes that applying a geographical aspect to identifying locations where poverty is high is essential for the implementation of effective poverty alleviation policies.. Planning Minister meets with AFD official Planning Minister Al-Ali meets with Deputy General Manager of the French Development Agency (AFD)and accompanying delegation to discuss means of further enhancing French-Jordanian bilateral cooperation through the AFD.. Minister Al-Ali sponsors WAEDAT graduation ceremony Minister Suhair Al-Ali notes that the true empowerment of women does not only stem from amending laws and legislations, but also requires a sea change in societal mindsets and cultural perceptions.. Planning Minister meets with UNIDO Director General Planning Minister Suhair Al-Ali meets with (UNIDO) Director General to discuss the expansion of the organization's support to development ventures in Jordan.. 'Government must continue to act as catalyst for private sector modernisation’ As EJADA winds down its operations, we believe that it is imperative to be able to build and continue on the programme’s immense accomplishments — minister of planning and international cooperation The Second Arab Youth Assembly Planning Minister notes in her address at the Second Arab Youth Assembly that the Arab youth face several challenges which impede their full participation in their countries' economic development processes.. Al-Ali meets with EU delegates Minister Al-Ali meets with the Director-General for External Relations at the European Commission (EC)and an accompanying delegation to discuss the EU's assistance program to Jordan for the coming four years and prospects for further economic assistance to Jordan within this year.. US to grant Jordan extra $50 million in aid The US government will grant Jordan an additional $50 million, increasing the US economic assistance to the country this year to $300 million. Al-Ali meets with Sudanese counterpart Minister Suhair Al-Ali meets with Sudanese Minister of International Cooperation to discuss prospects for partnership and means to enhance economic ties between the two countries. Planning minister attends IDB meeting in Kuwait Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al-Ali left for Kuwait on Monday to participate in the May 30-31 meetings of the Islamic Development Bank (IDB). Government project supports community-based organizations The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation on Monday launched an exhibition and a conference to support the Strengthening Jordanian Civil Societies project (Qudorat). Planning minister calls for more assistance from donor countries Minister Al-Ali urges donor countries to increase their aid to Jordan to help the country address its pressing socio-economic challenges. $158,000 USTDA grant to NEPCO The Jordanian Government and the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) sign a grant agreement for the provision of a $185,000 to improve Jordan's electric power transmission system. MOPIC and WB organize workshop and conference The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation and the World Bank jointly organize a workshop and conference titled "Enhancing Corporate Financial Reporting." Jordan and Japan sign exchange of notes for a $4.5 million Japanese grant An Exchange of Notes was signed between Jordan and Japan for the provision of a $4.5 million Japanese grant to finance the purchase of medical equipments for Al-Bashir Hospital, Al-Karak Public Hospital and Ma'an Hospital. World Bank to finance 10 development programmes until 2010 — Al-Ali The World Bank will finance at least 10 development programmes over the coming four years, a senior official announced Saturday. Minister Al-Ali meets with Japanese delegations Planning and International Cooperation Minister meets separately with visiting Japanese Parliamentary and economic delegations to discuss prospects for further bilateral cooperation and means for boosting economic ties between the two countries.. Signing of cooperation program with Czech Republic An executive program was signed today between the Government of Jordan and the Czech Republic for bilateral cooperation in the fields of education, science, youth and sports for 2006-2007. The Euro-Mediterranean Platform for Microfinance conference Minister Al-Ali outlines the role of microfinance in generating innovative mindsets and improving the livelihood of the underprivileged. The 3rd Rebuild Iraq Conference Upon inaugurating the 3rd Rebuild Iraq Conference, Minister Al-Ali reiterates Jordan's commitment to rebuilding a stable and strong Iraq. Al-Ali participates in the Forbes Arabia evening of discussion on the role of women Under the patronage of Minister Suhair Al-Ali, the Dubai-based Arabic edition of the renowned Forbes business and financial magazine organized a high profile discussion and debate to announce the names of 50 of the most influential Arab businesswomen.. Signing of technical cooperation agreement with Korea A Jordanian-Korean technical cooperation agreement is signed to implement the Korean Overseas Volunteers Program, where volunteers from Korea will work in Jordanian institutions to extend expertise and assist in the Kingdom's social and economic development process.. Signing of grant agreement between MoPIC and the Ministry of Public Sector Reform MoPIC signs a grant agreement with MoPSR, for the allocation of JD 49,000 through the Challenge Fund.. The 12th meeting of the Franco-Jordanian Joint Committee on Scientific and Cultural Cooperation The 12th meeting of the Franco-Jordanian Joint Committee on Scientific and Cultural Cooperation concluded on Saturday, March 18, 2006. Al-Ali addresses participants of the Japanese Grant Assistance for Human Security Projects orientation workshop Minister Al-Ali stresses the role of NGOs and civil society institutions in the local development process Al-Ali meets with USAID Deputy Administrator Planning and International Cooperation Minister Suhair Al-Ali meets with USAID Deputy Administrator Fredrick W. Schieck to discuss further US financial and technical assistance to Jordan.. Minister Al-Ali inaugurates orientation workshop on UNDAF and CCA Minister Al-Ali inaugurates the three-day orientation workshop on The United Nation's Assistance Development Framework and Common Country Assessment. EU widens door for Jordanian farm exports The Kingdom and the European Union (EU) launched an agricultural trade agreement on Tuesday to increase the Kingdom's agricultural exports to European markets. Workshop on "Balanced Scorecards" system The Administrative Development and Human Recourses Department at MoPIC in cooperation with the Institute of Management Consultants of Jordan, organized a workshop on the "Balanced Scorecards" system. Al-Ali discusses possibilities for economic cooperation with Senegalese minister Minister of Planning and International Cooperation meets with Senegalese Minister of International Cooperation and Decentralized Cooperation to discuss bilateral cooperation as well as economic and trade possibilities between the two countries.. Minister Al-Ali meets with Romanian Minister of Economy and Commerce Minister of Planning and International Cooperation meets with the Romanian Minster of Economy and Commerce Ioan-Cordut Seres to discuss bilateral cooperation and mutual investment opportunities.. Premier inspects housing projects in Jordan Valley NORTHERN JORDAN VALLEY (Petra) — Prime Minister Marouf Bakhit on Tuesday inspected two housing projects being built in the villages of Ruweiha and Fanoush as part of the government's plan to provide homes for underprivileged families. USTDA grants $310,000 for the exploration of energy resource substitutes in Jordan A grant agreement is signed between the Government of Jordan and the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), by which USTDA is to provide the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources the amount of $310,000 to conduct a feasibility study for the utilization of locally available oil shale as a substitute to currently used energy resources in Jordan. Al-Ali meets with delegates from the US Council on Foreign Relations In meeting with the a delegation from the US Council on Foreign Relations, Minister Al-Ali notes that Jordan over the past years, has made considerable reform strides on political and economic fronts.. Minister Al-Ali signs three loan, grant agreements with the Government of the People's Republic of China Three loan and grant agreements were signed marking the completion of the implementation of three projects funded by the People's Republic of China in Jordan.. MoPIC grants Employee of the Month and Injaz Awards The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation grants 13 of its distinguished employees "the Employee of the Month" or "the Injaz" awards in recognition of their hard work and distinguished work performance. KFAED extends KD15 million to partially fund the establishment of Aqaba Hospital A loan agreement was signed at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation between the Government of Jordan and the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development (KFAED), whereby the Kuwaiti Fund is to provide KD15 million to assist in financing the establishment of the Aqaba Hospital Project in the Aqaba Governorate. The Juvenile Justice Reform Programme in Jordan MoPIC and UNODC organize the "Launching ceremony of the Juvenile Justice Reform Programme in Jordan " MTR for UNFPA's sixth Country Program for Jordan Al-Ali reaffirms that Jordan's thriving reform and development process will not be hurdled by the heinous attacks Amman witnessed on November 9th, but instead will continue to accelerate reform measures on all fronts.. Minister Al-Ali participates in AMMUN Conference Al- Ali reaffirms the significance of the Amman Message in regarding Islam as a religion of peace, forgiveness and moderation. Launch of SME Blueprint Planning and International Cooperation Minister notes that Jordan's vision of reform and development lies on its people's accomplishments and capabilities, as well as the implementation of sound governance and democratization. Jordan participates in the 2nd Session of the Future Forum in Manama Jordan participates in the 2nd Session of the Future Forum Held in the Kingdom of Bahrain on November 11-12/ 2005. EU 63 Million Euro grant to Jordan COMMISSIONER FOR EUROPE PROMISES INCREASED SUPPORT TO COUNTRIES UNDERTAKING REFORMS Al-Ali lectures at the Royal Jordanian National Defense College Speaking at the Royal Jordanian National Defense College, Minister Al-Ali says that well prepared strategic planning is vital to achieving anticipated sustainable socio-economic transformations and attaining the goal of improving the overall living standards of the Jordanian citizens. Jordan Launches Global Microentrepreneurship Awards (GMA) to Promote Microfinance in the Kingdom Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Suhair Al -Ali notes that Jordan has joined 29 other countries in launching the Global Micro entrepreneurship Awards (GMA) as part of serious efforts to encourage true entrepreneurship as part of plans to eradicate poverty in the country. Al-Ali heads meeting with members of the MAJ Chairing a meeting with members of the Microfinance Association in Jordan (MAJ), Minister Al-Ali stresses the need to enhance economic opportunities for microfinance institutions in Jordan in order to increase the number of people benefiting from their services. Japan extends US $350,000 cultural assistance grant The Government of Jordan and the Government of Japan sign an Exchange of Notes marking a $350,000 Japanese grant for financing the purchase of audio and visual equipment for the Royal Cultural Center. Minister Al-Ali concludes official visit to the United States Minister Al-Ali discusses with World Bank and International Monetary Fund officials the two lending agencies' working mechanisms and pressing issues. MTR of UNICEF Programme of Cooperation with the Government of Jordan Minister of Planning and International Cooperation heads the Mid Term Review of the UNICEF Programme of Cooperation with the Government of Jordan.. Program and Project Management Training Graduation Ceremony The Ministry Of Planning and International Cooperation (MoPIC) held a graduation ceremony for the participants in the “Program and Project Management Training” under the patronage of His Excellency Maher Madadha, Secretary General of MoPIC.. MoPIC organizes Global Environmental Facility workshop Secretary General of the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation inaugurates the three-day Global Environment Facility (GEF) National Dialogue Initiative workshop which aims at providing an assembly for the exchange of professional views and recommendations on prevailing environmental issues.. Mrs. Al-Ali participates in WB annual meetings Minister Al-Ali departs on an official visit to the United States to participate in the World Bank and International Monetary Fund annual assemblies, as Jordan's Governor to the WB Group. Kuwaiti Fund grant to Jordan An agreement signed between Jordan and the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development, whereby the fund will manage a non-refundable grant in the amount of $5 million to contribute to financing the construction of the Scientific Academy Project. Al-Ali meets with members of the Cosmopolitan Rotary Club In a meeting with members of the Cosmopolitan Rotary Club, Minister Al-Ali notes that the Government has adopted a new approach to tackle obstacles facing the development process in the Kingdom through unified efforts among private and public institutions, non-governmental organizations as well as civil society institutions.. Minister Al-Ali inaugurates Women in Action conference Minister Al-Ali notes that Women in Action conference represents as a significant opportunity for professionals and experts working in the promotion of women's rights to interact and exchange views on how to empower women and increase their participation in life's social, economic and political domains. MoPIC and MoI launch Corporate Capacity Building in Governorates project The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation alongside the Ministry of Interior are to launch the Development Unit for Corporate Capacity Building project which aims to enhance the capacity of development units and enable them to better practice their role in order to accelerate production in development projects. Minister Al-Ali visits development projects in unprivileged southern regions Al-Ali underlines the significance of the projects the Ministry has so far implemented via the Social and Economic Transformation Programs (SETP) in directly contributing to the improvement of the living conditions of people residing in the Kingdom's most impoverished areas. MoPIC and USTDA sign $600,000 grant agreement Al-Ali signs a $600,000 grant agreement with USTDA Deputy Director Barbra Bradford to fund an economic feasibility study for the Ministry of Transport, for the implementation of a Central Information System project to facilitate cargo and transport transactions in Jordan.. Minister Al-Ali signs four agreements with national NGO's Minister Al-Ali signs four agreements with national non-governmental organizations for the implementation of comprehensive local development projects in ten impoverished areas beginning next month. MoPIC awards distinguished employees In line with the Ministry's dedication to acknowledge hard work and distinguished work performance, Secretary General of the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation Maher Madadha awards two of the Ministry's distinguished employees the "Employee of the Month" award and the Scientific Achievement Award certificate for attainment of a Masters Degree in a remarkable short duration. Canadian Government grants Cdn$20 m to support education reform program Minister Al-Ali signs Memorandum of Understanding with Canadian Minister of International Cooperation, to provide Jordan with C$20 million in support for the Education Reform for Knowledge Economy (ERfKE) program.. Minister Al- Ali concludes official visit to US Minister of Planning and International Cooperation concludes a seven-day visit to the United States where she discussed with US government officials additional economic assistance to Jordan for the coming fiscal year. MoPIC awards distinguished empolyees MoPIC Secretary General Maher Madadha awards the "Employee of the Month" certificatea to a number of the ministry's distinguished employees . US grants $333.7 million in economic assistance to Jordan Minister Al-Ali signs four grant agreements with US Charge' d'Affaires David Hale and Mission Director of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) in Jordan Ann Aarnes. The agreements stipulate that the US will extend a total of $333.7 million in funds for health, education, governance and economic opportunities as part of the US economic assistance package to Jordan for fiscal year 2005. The International Reconstruction Fund Facility Meeting Under the Patronage of H.E. Adnan Badran, the Prime Minister of Jordan, the Government of Jordan hosted the fourth meeting of the International Reconstruction Fund Facility for Iraq (IRFFI) which was held in the Dead Sea, Jordan during the period 18-19 July 2005. The meeting was organized by the Coordination Office for the Reconstruction of Iraq/Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation. IFC to Contribute to Improving the Leasing Legal and Regulatory Framework in Jordan AMMAN/WASHINGTON, D.C., July 12, 2005 - The International Finance Corporation, through its technical assistance program Private Enterprise Partnership Middle East North Africa (PEP-MENA), signed today in Amman US provides Jordan with US$100 million in supplemental assistance Minister of Planning and International Cooperation signs Memorandum of Intention with US Deputy Secretary of State to provide Jordan with US$100 million in supplemental assistance.. The Minister signs Exchange of Notes with Japanese Government The Government of Jordan and the Government of Japan sign an Exchange of Notes, whereby the Japanese Government will provide Jordan with an $18.5 million (JY2.011 billion) grant for the implementation of the Rehabilitation and Expansion of the Water Networks in North/ Middle Jordan Valley project. Minister Suhair Al-Ali heads an official delegation to Malaysia Minister Al-Ali heads official delegation to Malaysia to participate in the 30th annual assenbly of the Board of Governers of the Islamic Development Bank The Minister & the UNDP Resident Representative sign the Minutes of UNDP's Mid Term Review Meeting Minister of Planning and International Cooperation and Resident Representative of United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) sign the Minutes of the Mid Term Program Review (MTR) Meeting.. Cooperation Agreement with the Peoples Republic of China A technical and economic cooperation agreement is signed between Jordan and the Peoples Republic of China.. Minister Al-Ali visits US funded WAEDAT project Al-Ali accompanied by US Charge' d'affaires David Hale and USAID Acting Director in Amman visit a USAID funded WAEDAT project.. Prime minister tours Mafraq Governorate Prime Minister Adnan Badran on Tuesday told community leaders in this northeastern district that a 70-bed military hospital would be built in the area, as well as a 50-bed public hospital in the Northern Badia . Legal Aspects of Economic Development in Palestine Minister Al-Ali reiterates Jordan's commitment to providing all means of support to the Palestinian National Authority and the Palestinian people. Family Protection Donors Meeting Mrs. Al-Ali notes upon chairing the Family Protection Donors Meeting that Jordan has long acknowledged the importance of providing a secure environment for children and youth to grow up in thus preparing them for taking part in the decision-making process. Implementation of Amman-Zarqa Railway Project Implementation of Amman-Zarqa Railway Project to start within 2 months Minister Al-Ali chairs “SHARAKA” event Minister Al-Ali notes that the SHARAKA program, which is the first bilateral EU-funded program in the region to address the areas of democracy and human rights, represents a real partnership between the government of Jordan , the European Union, and the Jordanian civil society organizations to promote democracy and human rights activities throughout the Kingdom The Prime Minister's visit to Ajloun University, dam, tourism projects planned for Ajloun Governorate Mrs. Al-Ali meets with US Congressional Staffers delegation Mrs. Suhair Al-Ali affirms that reform measures Jordan assumes aim to boost the development process as a whole, and thus achieve propelling growth and sustainable improvement in the welfare of the Jordanian citizens “Economic Advancement of Women in Jordan” program Mrs. Al-Ali notes that Jordan has achieved impressive results in enabling Jordanian women attain administrative positions in the public and private sectors, and that women's participation in the current parliament is an evident example of the local society's awareness of women's imperative role in boosting the socio-economic development process in the Kingdom Mrs. Al-Ali assembles with JICA delegation Minister Al-Ali meets with Japanese delegation headed by Ms. Sodako Ogata to discuss further bilateral cooperation prospects Us Grant for setting up local technology innovation centre The US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) conferred a $256,000 grant to the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation on Wednesday to fund a study on the feasibility of establishing a local technology innovation centre. Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development ceremony Mrs. Al-Ali said in her address at the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development ceremony that both KFAED and the Planning Ministry have played a vital role in the Kingdom's development process New set strategy for World Bank aid to Jordan Minister of Planning and International Cooperation concludes discussions with World Bank delegates on preparations for the WB's imminent financial aid strategy to Jordan for (2006-2009) Ministerial delegation visits Tafileh Governorate A delegation of five Ministers, headed by Minister of Social Development Dr. Abdallah Oweidat, earlier today visited the southern Tafileh governorate. Resource Mobilization for National Action Program Implementation workshop MoPIC organizes workshop on “Resource Mobilization for National Action Program Implementation” Minister Al-Ali participates in JOFREX 2005 Minister Al-Ali highlights, while speaking at the second JOFREX 2005 workshop, Jordan's vision of establisjing itself as model of reform, tolerance and modernisation in the region. US agrees to extend additional $100m in aid to Jordan Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Mrs. Suhair Al-Ali announced the approval of the US Congress to allocate $100 million as additional economic aid within the American supplementary budget for 2005. Mrs. Al-Ali tours Lib Productive Village Project On a tour of the Ministry funded Lib Productive Village Project, Minister Al-Ali stresses the significance of facilitating corporate support to emerging development projects. Jordan National Competitiveness Team launched its website The Jordan National Competitiveness Team at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation has launched its official website; www.competitiveness.gov.jo , in both Arabic and English. Employee of the Month and the “Injaz” award MoPIC awards Employee of the Month and grants a number of distinguished employees the “Injaz” award H.E. visits Ajloun and Jerash development projects Upon touring development projects subsidized by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, Minister Al-Ali highlighted the importance of meeting project implementation deadlines with utmost accuracy and competence, in order to insure the application of reform in impoverished areas. Mrs. Al-Ali tours development projects in Al-Azraq and Badia Upon touring Al-Azraq and Northern Badia provinces today, Minister Suhair Al-Ali said that the Ministry's key objective is to realize His Majesty's comprehensive development vision through implementing economic initiatives and projects that provide employment opportunities for local residents The US supports ongoing USAID initiatives The US extends $12 million to support ongoing USAID initiatives Selection of 18 Pioneering Municipalities Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation concludes conditions for selecting 18 pioneering municipalities nationwide Dr. Smadi meets Bulgarian delegation Dr. Smadi received at his office earlier today, an official Bulgarian delegation headed byBulgarian Deputy Minister of Economy, Mr. Radoslav Bozadzhiev and Bulgarian ambassador in Amman, Mr. Nikolay Nikolov. Minister Smadi assembles with Vice President of the (KfW) Meeting with vice president of the German Construction Bank, Ms. Arce Claudia, Minister Smadi expressed Jordan's appreciation for Germany's ongoing assistance that has valued 66 million euros in 2004. Dr. Smadi meets with Singaporean Parliamentary delegation Upon meeting with Singaporean Parliamentary delegation today, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Dr. Tayseer Smadi, emphasized Jordan's keenness on reinforcing agreements and bilateral cooperation programs with Singapore, and stressed on the advantages gained from the vast economic opportunities that those agreements introduce, namely the Free Trade Agreement. The Dutch Development Related Export Transactions Program (ORET) workshop On behalf of the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Dr. Tayseer Smadi, The Ministry's Secretary General, Mr. Maher Madadha, on Tuesday, inaugurated a workshop entitled "The Dutch Development Related Export Transactions Program (ORET)." Japanese-Jordanian partnership towards a more stable and prosperous Middle-East Marking 50 years of political relations, and 30 years of economic cooperation, on Sunday, two official delegations, headed by Minister of Planning and International Cooperation , Tayseer Smadi and ambassador of Japan to Jordan, Koichi Obata, exchanged views during a seminar entitled “Japanese-Jordanian partnership towards a more stable and prosperous Middle-East.” Dr.Tayseer smadi sworn in as Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Dr.Tayseer Smadi was sworn in on Sunday Feb.20,2004 as minister of planning and international cooperation succeeding Dr.Bassern Awadallah. Until his appointment as planning minister, Smadi was secretary general at the ministry, a post he held since May 2004. Extension for SETP Mid-Term Review due date The Special Tender Committee has extended the due date of Bids for The Social and Economic Transformation Program Mid-Term Review to Thursday September 30,204 at 1:00 PM. US supports development, reforms with $18.5 million in economic aid The United States on Monday extended $18.5 million in economic assistance to the Kingdom as the first tranche of a $348 million in total aid projected for fiscal 2004. On behalf of the Government of Jordan: The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation signs an Exchange of Notes between the Government of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Government of Japan An Exchange of Notes between the Government of Jordan and the Government of Japan was signed on Wednesday 7 January 2004, at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation. Workshop on “Enhancement of export competitiveness via improvement of logistic systems in Jordan business trade” In representation of Dr. Bassem Awadallah,Dr. Rae'd Abu-soud, and Mr. Ala'a Batayneh inaugurated a workshop on enhancement of export competitiveness via improvement of logistic systems in Jordan business trade. The workshop was attended by representatives from the transportation sector as well as the World Bank. Dr. Awadalla signs cooperation agreements with Chinese counterparts Earlier today at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, several agreements were signed between Jordan and the People's Republic of China. The agreements tackled several educational, cultural and scientific spheres. Jordan Judicial Institution signs an agreement with JICA Under the umbrella of the third country training program, and in reaffirmation of the diverse areas of bilateral cooperation tying the Jordanian and Japanese governments; the Jordanian Judicial Institution , earlier today at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, signed a negotiation statement with the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The National Economic Assembly Under the patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II, the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, on Thursday, launched the Government's Development Program Draft Plan for 2004-2006. Role of Women in Protecting the Environment The Ministry of planning and the Global Environment Facility organised a workshop entitled "Role of Women in Protecting the Environment". The workshop took place on October 21,2003 at the Holiday Inn Hotel/Amman and was held under the patronage of H.E Minister of Planning Dr.Bassem Awadallah. Signing a Technical Cooperation Agreement Between Jordan and Singapore Planning Minister Bassem Awadallah and Singaporean Minister for Trade and Industry George Yeo signed a technical cooperation agreement. Awadallah said that under the agreement Singapore would help Jordan develop its e-government plan and support the IT sector in the Kingdom through offering expertise and training. His Majesty participates in the 12th East Asian Economic Summit His Majesty King Abdullah II today participated in the 12th East Asian Economic Summit accompanied by H.E. Dr. Bassem Awadallah and a number of high ranking officials. King Abdullah visits Sweden His Majesty King Abdullah the second and Her Majesty Queen Raina Vist Sweden accompanying Dr.Bassem Awadallah and some of the Seniors in Jordan Loan agreement between Jordan and the United States Earlier today at the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, a loan agreement was signed between the Jordanian and the United States' governments. The agreement stipulates that an amount of $ 179 thousand will be granted to Jordan by the United States Trade Development Agency (USTDA) Saudi fund extends period for repayment of Jordan dues The Saudi Fund for Development on Tuesday extended the period for Jordan to settle its dues, totalling JD129 million, over 30 years in bi-annual instalments and at an interest rate of one percent. Agreement signing between the Jordanian Government and the European Investment Bank A loan agreement was signed on Thursday July 17, 2003 announcing a European Investment Bank loan to the Jordanian Government valued $45 million. The Bank's contribution is aimed at developmental projects specifically for the benefit of the “Education Sector Reform for Knowledge Advancement” Project. Japan Extends Additional Fund to complete the Water Supply System in Zarqa King Awards Awadallah His Majesty King Abdullah Awarded His Excellency Bassem Awadallah,Minister of Planning, Al Hussein Medal for Distinguished Performance. The award was given in recognition of Awadallah's dedication to his work, efforts to enhance the national economy and exceptional contribution to the success of the extraordinary meeting of the World Economic Forum, which was held early June at the Dead Sea. Awadallah hopes for Irish push to bolster trade with EU AMMAN (JT) — The Kingdom is looking forward to a positive role to be played by Ireland, particularly in activating the commercial exchange between the Kingdom and European Union (EU) countries, since Ireland will hold the EU rotating presidency in the coming term, Planning Minister Bassem Awadallah said on Saturday.

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