AMMAN — Implementation of the second executive programme of the Economic Modernisation Vision is progressing according to schedule, with 84 per cent of its projects under implementation and 9 per cent completed by the end of the third quarter of 2026, a government official said.

 

In remarks to The Jordan Times, Rafat Dasan, head of the Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit (PMDU), said implementation was proceeding in line with established plans and timelines, with progress recorded across the Vision’s various growth drivers.

 

"These results reflect continued efforts to translate the Economic Modernisation Vision into tangible outcomes. Our focus remains on monitoring implementation, addressing challenges and ensuring that projects deliver measurable economic and social impact," Dasan said.

 

Of the 395 projects included in the 2026-2029 Executive Programme, 332 were under implementation by the end of the third quarter, while 34 had been completed, he said.

 

During the quarter, the government also made 33 economic decisions, including measures to support financing for the National Water Conveyance Project, tourism businesses in Petra and investment across the governorates.

 

Under the Smart Jordan growth driver, Dasan said that 33 school construction projects were completed, comprising 22 newly built schools and 11 extensions to existing facilities. “Siraj, the smart learning assistant linked to data from 5,790 schools, recorded 1.349 million users, while 5,240 trainees took part in employment-oriented training programmes.”

 

Under Future Services, the government digitised an additional 120 services, bringing the total number of digitised government services to 2,180, or 90.8 per cent of all government services. The number of digital identities activated through the SANAD application reached 3.3 million, he added.

 

“In the healthcare sector, an extension to Maan Public Hospital was inaugurated at a cost of nearly JD5 million, providing additional outpatient clinics and a blood bank.”

 

In transport and logistics, seven routes were launched under the second phase of the scheduled public transport programme, connecting Amman with governorate centres and district towns. A tripartite agreement was also signed as part of the Aqaba Port Railway Project, Dasan said.

 

“Wholesale and retail trade contributed JD756 million to gross domestic product (GDP) in the second quarter of 2026.”

 

He also said that the Click Business Programme, which supports e-commerce and digital marketing, signed agreements to support 18 projects, helping micro and small enterprises strengthen their marketing capabilities and reach customers in local and international markets.

 

“Under High Value Industries, the government adopted the National Export Strategy for 2026-2029 to help Jordanian companies expand exports, diversify their products and access new markets.”

 

The Kingdom received 5.66 million visitors during the first nine months of 2026, generating tourism receipts of JD4.50 billion, under the Destination Jordan growth driver, Dasan said.

 

“Tourism sites recorded 1.93 million visits, while domestic tourism continued to expand, with approximately 202,000 people participating in the Urdonna Jannah programme.”

 

Under Sustainable Resources, he said that progress included the launch of a one-stop platform for the National Water Conveyance Project and continued efforts to reach financial close.

 

“Additionally, an agreement worth $28 million was signed to improve the operational efficiency of the As-Samra Wastewater Treatment Plant and increase its treatment capacity by 45,000 cubic metres per day.”

 

Under Green Jordan, the Kingdom advanced 23 places in the 2026 Environmental Performance Index, ranking 54th among 177 countries.

 

Under Vibrant Jordan, a total of 7,042 women received training through economic empowerment programmes during the quarter, bringing the number of beneficiaries in the first nine months of the year to 28,800.

 

The governorates hosted 462 cultural and artistic events and activities, while 36,125 people participated in activities organised by local youth centres. The 40th Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts attracted 200,000 visitors, Dasan said.

 

He also highlighted Jordan's improvement by five places in the 2026 Global Innovation Index, where the Kingdom ranked 60th among 139 economies, three places ahead of the position targeted for 2033 under the Economic Modernisation Vision.

 

Dasan reaffirmed the government's commitment to publishing regular progress reports to strengthen transparency and allow citizens and stakeholders to follow the implementation of the Vision.

 

"Transparency and accountability are central to our work. We are committed not only to tracking project completion but also to assessing the projects' impact on public services and economic growth, ensuring that progress under the Economic Modernisation Vision translates into tangible results for Jordan and its citizens," he said.