JSF Indicies
Jordan Investor Confidence Index Update For the 2nd Quarter (Q2) of 2024
07-10-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum issued the Jordan Investor Confidence Index update for the 2nd quarter of 2024.
In a Nutshell
Legislative Predictability and Its Economic Implications
23-09-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum (JSF) has published "In a Nutshell" entitled “Legislative Predictability and Its Economic Implications". This brief highlights the key findings from the World Bank’s policy paper released in August 2024, "Measuring Legislative Predictability," which emphasizes the importance of stable legislation for governments to achieve their overarching policy goals. It also stresses how legislative predictability enhances the ability of families and businesses to make well-informed decisions.
Policy Brief
Electric Vehicles in Jordan…Where is the Direction?
19-09-2024In light of the government's recent decision to increase taxes on electric vehicles, the Jordan Strategy Forum (JSF) has published a policy brief titled "Electric Vehicles in Jordan: Where is the Direction?" This brief aims to highlight the global trend toward electric vehicle ownership, outline key observations in this context both globally and locally, and present JSF's recommendations to mitigate the decline in government revenue from fuel taxes while sustaining Jordan’s transition to clean energy.
Knowledge is Power
The 2024 Parliamentary Elections: A Trigger Point for Positive Change
18-09-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum published a “Knowledge is Power” report entitled "The 2024 Parliamentary Elections: A Trigger Point for Positive Change". The report aims to highlight the significance of the recent parliamentary elections and their outcomes, with a focus on the role of political parties in Parliament and the anticipated contributions of the 20th Parliament in addressing key economic issues.
Knowledge is Power
Development Expenditure: What Do the Available Numbers Imply for Arab Countries and Jordan?
09-09-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum published a “Knowledge is Power” report entitled "Development Expenditure: What Do the Available Numbers Imply for Arab Countries and Jordan?" The report aims to present a set of observations regarding global spending on scientific research and development, the sources of this spending, and the sectors that benefit from it. Additionally, the Forum provided several recommendations to guide the efforts of stakeholders in this field in Jordan, including the government, the private sector, academia, and specialized institutions.
In a Nutshell
The Long-Term Unemployed Jordanians: A Positive Sign Inside The Challenge
02-09-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum (JSF) has published "In a Nutshell" entitled “The Long-Term Unemployed Jordanians: A Positive Sign Inside The Challenge". The objective of this publication is to shed some light on the unemployment rates, specifically focusing on those who have been unemployed for one year or more.
JSF Indicies
Jordan Investor Confidence Index Update for the 1st Quarter (Q1) of 2024
10-07-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum issued the Jordan Investor Confidence Index update for the 1st quarter of 2024.
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Jordan Investor Confidence Index Update for the 4th Quarter (Q4) of 2023
22-04-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum issued the Jordan Investor Confidence Index update for the 4th quarter of 2023.
Policy Paper / Report
Harnessing Technology and Artificial Intelligence: An Opportunity for Jordan to Boost Productivity
19-03-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum published a policy paper report entitled “Harnessing Technology and Artificial Intelligence: An Opportunity for Jordan to Boost Productivity”, in order to highlight those who excel in concepts related to artificial intelligence and its impact on the future of work. As well as determining the extent of Jordan’s readiness to adopt artificial intelligence tools.
Knowledge is Power
The Reality of the Tourism Sector in Jordan - Between recovery time and the turmoil in the region - Performance Expectations in 2024
13-02-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum (JSF) published a “Knowledge is Power” report entitled " The Reality of the Tourism Sector in Jordan - Between Recovery Time and the Turmoil in the Region - Performance Expectations in 2024”. The overall objective of the Report is to shed some light on some key facts and statistics regarding the Jordanian tourism sector in the country. In addition, the Report provides a brief economic analysis aimed at gauging the potential impact of the War on Gaza on Jordan's tourism income.
In a Nutshell
Jordan’s Risks After the War on Gaza: Have they Changed or Remained the Same?
11-02-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum (JSF) has published "In a Nutshell" entitled "Jordan’s Risks After the War on Gaza: Have they Changed or Remained the Same?" The objective of this publication is to shed some light on the anticipated risks that face Jordan post the Gaza conflict, compared to those identified by the World Economic Forum's (WEF) "Global Risks Report 2024". This is particularly relevant given the fact that the WEF's survey was conducted during the period 4 September to 9 October 2023.
Policy Paper / Report
Jordan's Structural Unemployment Problem Realigning Incentives and Improving Employment-matching
11-01-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum in collaboration with the Global Policy Research Group (GPRG) has published a report entitled: "Jordan's Structural Unemployment Problem, Realigning Incentives and Improving Employment-matching." The paper dives into Jordan's paradox of a well-educated workforce grappling with high unemployment rates, and draws some actionable strategies to reshape the employment landscape in Jordan.
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Jordan Investor Confidence Index Update for the 3rd Quarter (Q3) of 2023
09-01-2024The Jordan Strategy Forum issued the Jordan Investor Confidence Index update for the 3rd quarter of 2023.
Knowledge is Power
The Impact of the Skirmishes in the Bab-El-Mandeb on Jordanian Trade Flows
23-12-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum (JSF) published a "Knowledge is Power" Report entitled: The Impact of Skirmishes in the Bab-El-Mandeb on Jordanian Trade Flows. The aim of the report is to examine Jordan's trade flows and assess the potential impact in the event of the strait's closure or the continuation of the skirmishes. This is important given the importance of this maritime passage at both local, regional, and global levels.
Policy Paper / Report
The 2024 General Budget Law: An Objective Assessment & Some Recommendations
18-12-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum has released its annual analysis of the General Budget for the fiscal year 2024, Whose objective is to contextualize the 2024 Draft General Budget, outline its key features, and highlight some policy recommendations to ensure an efficient fiscal policy.
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Sustainable Local Development Index 2023
14-11-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum (JSF) published the first edition of the "Sustainable Local Development Index 2023". The methodology of the index was collaboratively developed with the relevant ministries, Department of Statistics, and the United Nations Development Programme in Jordan. This index has been adopted by the government, and serves as a key criterion for determining the allocation of capital expenditures to Jordanian governorates within the general budget. It carries a weight of 15% in the total ceiling allocated to all governorates.
Policy Brief
The Online GIG Work: Encouraging Employment Opportunities for Jordanian Youth
06-11-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum (JSF) has published a Policy Brief entitled “The Online GIG Work: Encouraging Employment Opportunities for Jordanian Youth” whose aim is to shed some light on this type of remote work pattern, and the potential opportunities it holds in contributing to addressing the unemployment challenge, increasing women’s economic participation, and enhancing the productivity of local companies. In addition, the publication outlines some recommendations whose objective is to maximize Jordan’s benefit from this growing demand for temporary freelance jobs via the Internet.
In a Nutshell
Economic Forecasts for the Region Next Year
29-10-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued “In a Nutshell” paper entitled “Economic Forecasts for the Region Next Year”. Based on the IMF's latest World Economic Outlook report, the objective of this publication is to shed some light on the economic prospects in Jordan and the region during the coming year. The JSF also highlights Bloomberg’s scenarios for growth expectations in the global economy in light of current events.
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Jordan Investor Confidence Index - Update for Q2 2023
26-10-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued the Jordan Investor Confidence Index update for the second quarter of 2023.
In a Nutshell
Jordan's Encouraging Performance on the Energy Transition Index During the Past Decade
23-10-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum has published “In a Nutshell” paper entitled “Jordan’s Encouraging Performance on the Energy Transition Index Over the Past Decade”, with the aim to highlight Jordan's progress on this index over the past 10 years.
In a Nutshell
The Performance of Jordan on the Global Innovation Index (2023): Tangible Progress & Promising Opportunities
10-10-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum has published “In a Nutshell” paper entitled: “The Performance of Jordan on the Global Innovation Index 2023: Tangible Progress & Promising Opportunities”. This publication builds on the Policy Paper previously published by the JSF on the Global Innovation Index 2022, with the aim to track Jordan’s performance on this Index.
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Jordan Investor Confidence Index Update - Q1 2023
28-08-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum published the Jordan Investor Confidence Index Update-Q1 2023.
Policy Paper / Report
The Economics of Local & Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): Learned Lessons for Jordan
31-07-2023Today, the Jordanian Strategy Forum issued a policy paper entitled: “The Economics of Local and foreign like Investment: Lessons Learned for Jordan.” With the aim of analyzing the reality of investment at the local and global levels, and highlighting the importance of encouraging and attracting direct foreign and local investments and the factors affecting their flow, in addition to providing a set of recommendations that aim to attract and maintain direct investments in Jordan.
Knowledge is Power
Is Jordan Ready for Future Jobs (2023-2027)?
25-07-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum published a “Knowledge is Power” report entitled “Is Jordan Ready for Future Jobs (2023-2027)?” whose aim to highlight Jordan’s readiness for future jobs and foster a greater understanding of global skills development.
Knowledge is Power
International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking: What is Happening in Jordan?
25-06-2023This report aims to shed light on drug crimes in Jordan during the past decade. This comes as part of JSF's Social Responsibility, which is to present evidence-based studies that help decision-makers and stakeholders in addressing important and vital issues facing Jordanian society.
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Jordan Prosperity Index 2023
19-06-2023Today, the Jordanian Strategy Forum issued its fourth update of the Jordanian Prosperity Index report for the year 2023, which measures the level of well-being in Jordan using a wide range of local sub-indices, and also guided by the Legatum Global Prosperity Index - as it is one of the main objectives within the economic modernization vision, which is to raise Jordan’s performance to become Within the top 30% of countries in the index.
Policy Paper / Report
Circularity: Jordan's Opportunity to Promote Economic Growth
12-06-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum, in cooperation and partnership with the German International Cooperation Agency (GIZ), issued a policy paper entitled "Circular Economy: An Opportunity to Promote Growth in Jordan" aimed at introducing the concept of the circular economy, its importance, and international best practices within this framework. In addition to the potential opportunities that Jordan can adopt and apply in various sectors.
Policy Paper / Report
Investing in Traffic Safety to Unlock Economic Potential
17-05-2023On the occasion of the 7th “UN Global Road Safety Week” which takes place from May 15-21, the Jordan Strategy Forum issued a policy paper entitled "Investing in Traffic Safety to Unlock Economic Potential". The paper highlights the most important causes of traffic accidents, as well as the most notable findings on human traffic accidents in Jordan and other countries, and draws lessons learned to improve road safety in the Kingdom.
JSF Indicies
Jordan Investor Confidence Index Update - Q4 2022
14-05-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum published the Jordan Investor Confidence Index Update-Q4 2022.
Knowledge is Power
The UN International Mother Earth Day: Let Us Make It a Day to Celebrate
10-05-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum published a Knowledge is Power report entitled "The UN International Mother Earth Day: Let us Make It a Day to Celebrate", on the occasion of International Mother Earth Day which falls on April 22nd.
Knowledge is Power
Jordan's Informal Economy: A Potential Opportunity for Higher Productivity and Economic Growth
01-05-2023On the occasion of Labor Day, the Jordan Strategy Forum issued a Knowledge is Power report entitled "The Informal Economy in Jordan: A Potential Opportunity to Achieve More Productivity and Economic Growth" with the aim of highlighting some numbers and facts about the informal economy in Jordan.
Policy Paper / Report
The “World Creativity & Innovation Day”: The Underlying Challenge Facing Jordan
27-04-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued a policy paper entitled "The “World Creativity & Innovation Day”: The Underlying Challenge Facing Jordan ", on the occasion of the United Nations World Innovation Day (April 21). The paper discusses Jordan's performance in the Global Innovation Index and shares recommendations for the public and private sectors to improve Jordan's rank.
Policy Paper / Report
Jordan's Economic Complexity and Product Space: Key Drivers to increase Productivity and Growth
10-04-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued its fourth update of its periodic report on the Economic Complexity Index and the Jordanian Product Space; an index issued by Harvard University. This report aims to highlight the opportunities available to Jordanian industries to develop competitive national exports.
Policy Brief
Where does Jordan stand on the 2022 Rule of Law Index
28-03-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued a policy brief entitled "Where does Jordan stand in the Rule of Law Index for the year 2022?", with the aim of highlighting Jordan's performance in the Rule of Law Index for the year 2022 issued by the Global Justice Project, in addition to presenting some recommendations concerned with improving Jordan's position in the rankings.
In a Nutshell
A Storm of Bankruptcy of US Banks
21-03-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued a paper entitled "The Storm of Bankruptcy of Some American Banks: The Most Important Reasons and Their Repercussions on Financial Stability", with the aim of shedding light on the bankruptcies of some American banks.
Policy Brief
The 2023 Economic Freedom Index: Jordan's Performance & Priorities for Improvement
20-03-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued a policy brief entitled "Index of Economic Freedom 2023: Jordan's Performance and Priorities for Improvement", with the aim of highlighting Jordan's position in the Index of Economic Freedom issued by the Heritage Foundation, in addition to identifying priorities and areas for improvement to raise Jordan's score and rank in this indicator.
JSF Indicies
JICI Update - Q3 2022
22-02-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum published the Jordan Investor Confidence Index Update-Q3 2022.
Policy Brief
Inclusive Growth: What does it mean and where does Jordan rank in the region?
20-02-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued a policy brief entitled "Where does Jordan stand in the inclusive growth index at the regional level?", on the occasion of the United Nations International Day for Social Justice, which falls on February 20. In summary, JSF highlighted Jordan's position in the inclusive growth index that was launched by the International Monetary Fund for the first time on October 12, 2022. JSF included the most important recommendations to promote inclusive growth.
Policy Paper / Report
Financial Development in Jordan: The Way Forward
13-02-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued a policy paper entitled "Financial Development in Jordan: The Way Forward", with the aim of shedding light on the performance of the Jordanian capital market, and drawing lessons learned that would contribute mainly to the implementation of the Economic Modernization Vision initiative on developing market mechanisms. Jordanian capital and make it more liquid and deep.
In a Nutshell
The Top Global Risks Ranked by Severity 2023
01-02-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued a paper in a series of brief papers entitled "The Top Global Risks Ranked by Severity 2023", with the aim of highlighting the Global Risks Report issued by the World Economic Forum in cooperation with Marsh McLennan and the Zurich Insurance Group in 2023.
Knowledge is Power
Education in Jordan the International Day of Education 24th of January
24-01-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued a report within the Knowledge is Power series entitled "World Education Day: The Reality of the Situation in Jordan". On the occasion of the United Nations World Education Day, which falls on January 24. JSF sheds light through this report on the level of public education in Jordan by looking at several international and local indicators.
Knowledge is Power
Money in the Era of Digital Transformation
17-01-2023The Jordan Strategy Forum issued a report within the Knowledge is Power series of reports entitled "Money in the Era of Digital Transformation", with the aim of shedding light on digital currencies, how they differ from cryptocurrencies, and the banking model in the era of digital transformation.
Policy Paper / Report
The 2023 General Budget Law: What is New?
15-12-2022In light of the draft law on the general budget and the budget of government units for the fiscal year 2023, in preparation for the completion of its constitutional procedures by the House of Representatives and Senate; The Jordan Strategy Forum issued its annual analysis of the public budget, through which it aims to place the 2023 budget in its social and economic context.
Knowledge is Power
Readiness for Frontier Technologies Index 2021
08-12-2022The Jordan Strategy Forum (JSF) published a “Knowledge is Power” report entitled “Readiness for Frontier Technologies Index 2021”, issued by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development UNCTAD in 2021. The report sheds light on Jordan’s performance on the index and draws some recommendations to enhance its ability in becoming an advanced “catch-up innovation economy”.
Policy Paper / Report
Licensed Banks in Jordan: 4th of December is a Day to Celebrate
04-12-2022On the occasion of the United Nations global celebration of the International Day of Banks, which falls on the 4th of December; The Jordan Strategy Forum issued a policy paper entitled “Banks Operating in Jordan: December 4 is the International Banking Day.” With the aim of providing some observations about the performance of banks operating in Jordan, and determining the degree and arrangement of the Jordanian banking sector on the financial development index issued by the International Monetary Fund.
In a Nutshell
The 2022 Global Skills Report: The Status of Jordan
23-11-2022The Jordan Strategy Forum issued an "In a Nutshell" paper entitled " The 2022 Global Skills Report: The Status of Jordan", with the aim of highlighting Jordan's performance in the 2022 World Skills Report published by the Corsera Educational Platform.
In a Nutshell
Commitment to Reducing Inequality in Jordan: Encouraging Signs in 2022
21-11-2022The Jordan Strategy Forum issued an "In a Nutshell" paper entitled: "Commitment to Reducing Inequality: Encouraging Results 2022" to highlight the global landscape of inequality and showcase Jordan's commitment to reducing inequality.
JSF Indicies
JICI update - Q2 2022
01-11-2022The Jordan Strategy Forum published the Jordan Investor Confidence Index Update-Q2 2022.
Policy Paper / Report
Tourism in the Jordanian Economy: A Sector that Deserves Special Attention
22-10-2022The Jordan Strategy Forum issued a policy paper entitled "Tourism in the Jordanian Economy: A Sector that Deserves Special Attention", with the aim of highlighting the importance of the tourism sector in enhancing Jordan's trade balance, and how to enhance its contribution to the national income of Jordanians by linking the lessons learned from the Tourism and Travel Development Index issued by the World Economic Forum, the initiatives related to the tourism sector that were mentioned in the Economic Modernization Vision.
In a Nutshell
The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
17-10-2022The Jordan Strategy Forum issued an "In a Nutshell" report titles "International Day for the Eradication of Poverty" on the occasion of the United Nations International Day for the Eradication of Poverty: "Dignity for All", which falls on October 17 for the years 2022-2023.
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