Central Bank Watch: Jordan’s Central Bank kept its key interest rate unchanged at 5.75%, citing stable monetary indicators, solid FX reserves (about $27.2bn at end-May) and subdued inflation. Water Infrastructure: The Water Ministry and KfW signed a €127m package to move Jordan’s National Water Carrier Project forward, including a €102m grant and €25m debt-swap support for desalination, pipelines and solar components. Trade & Logistics Tech: AD Ports Group launched Noatum Ports – Maqta Ayla Digital Solutions in Aqaba, starting a Port Community System to streamline permits, truck management and information flow. PPP & Border Gateway: Jordan’s Investment Ministry issued an RFQ for the Jaber Border Crossing redevelopment under a DBFOM PPP model, with a 3 August 2026 deadline for qualification submissions. Green Industry in Aqaba: Jordan Green Ammonia secured Aqaba land for a flagship green ammonia/export facility, targeting 120,000 tonnes annually and aiming for financial close by end-2027. Mining Update: Wadi Araba Minerals advanced the Abu Khushaibah copper project with new exploration drilling and workforce development pacts, alongside preliminary works for an ore-processing plant. Development Finance: Jordan’s Planning Ministry signed six financing/grant agreements in May worth about €158.9m, including EU support for border management and Syrian refugee programmes and a GIZ push for financial inclusion in MSMEs.