Ammon News - AMMONNEWS-Oxford Business Group launched in cooperation with the Jordan Investment Board (JIB) its annual report on Jordan's economy.

The report, "Jordan 2012" highlighted the Kingdom's plans to tackle rising budget deficit, reduce unemployment, promote entrepreneurship and strengthen core industries.

A JIB statement said the report considers Jordan's relative stability amid regional unrest and challenging economic conditions, as well as its success in strengthening international trade and investment ties.

The publication focuses on the strong performance of key domestic industries, including information and communications technology (ICT), education, healthcare, banking and tourism.

The report contains detailed, sector-by-sector guide for investors. It also provides a wide range of interviews with leading figures in local business and politics.

The report also examines the contribution that the population’s level of education is expected to make towards the country’s long-term economic recovery and development. There is in-depth analysis of Jordan’s continuing plans to evolve into a regional ICT base, along with coverage of public and private sector-led efforts to develop local human capital and jobs.





*Petra