AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoJobs & Skills: The World Bank says Jordan’s National Employment Program has disbursed $64.04m (57% of $112m total) and supported 61,000+ job opportunities, with women making up over half of beneficiaries and a sustainable employment rate of 75.68%. Tech Talent Gap: A Jordanian initiative called Techween highlights why many graduates still struggle to find work, pointing to policy gaps and a skills mismatch that pushes some talent toward the Gulf and abroad. Business & Growth: Jordan’s National Employment Program is also linked to “green jobs” targets, while the program’s results show 56% of participants staying employed six months after support ends. Regional Policy Watch: EU sanctions target seven Israeli settlers and affiliated entities tied to illegal settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank, including travel bans and asset freezes. Water Reuse Angle: Jordan-based research suggests air-conditioner condensate could be a usable alternative water source for cleaning and irrigation, potentially easing urban water stress.
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