Digital Education Upgrade: The World Bank approved a $3.5m grant to prepare Jordan’s public-school digital transformation, including readiness assessments across about 3,500 schools, connectivity and device pilots, and cost/specs for nationwide rollout. Public Services Access: The Civil Status and Passports Department expanded Saturday hours at several Amman offices and service centers to help citizens who can’t visit during weekdays, with Saturday transactions rising steadily. Travel & Documents: Jordan launched an “Electronic Passport Issuance Application” service at selected government service centers, running from 9am to midnight. Hajj Registration: Initial Hajj registration for Jordanians and Gaza residents in Jordan starts next Sunday and runs until Sept. 27 online, with a JD200 refundable fee for the primary applicant and eligibility tied to age and prior pilgrimage status. Trade & Logistics: Jordan Customs Chief inspected the Jaber Border Customs Center and ordered practical fixes to keep cargo moving smoothly amid the shipping crisis. Economic Outlook: Crown Prince Al Hussein reiterated priorities like investment, technology, youth support, and building on economic agreements with China to turn stability into stronger growth. Regional Context: Jordan’s US alliance remains under pressure as Iran-linked attacks target Jordan’s military sites, while diplomats also weigh regional de-escalation and West Bank risks. Business Pulse: Amman Chamber reported export certificates of origin rising 20.7% to JD1.031bn in the first eight months, signaling stronger trade documentation momentum.