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Jordan Times
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Jordan Times
Jordan dispatches new 65-truck aid convoy to Gaza
AMMAN — The Jordan Hashemite Charity Organisation (JHCO) on Tuesday sent a humanitarian convoy of 65 trucks to the Gaza Strip, including medical supplies and prosthetic limbs, as part of the Kingdom's ongoing efforts to support Palestinians amid the ongoing siege. The convoy was the latest in a series of aid missions reflecting Jordan's steadfast commitment, from both its leadership and people, to alleviate the worsening humanitarian crisis in the war-torn enclave. JHCO Secretary-General Hussein Shibli told Al Mamlaka TV that Jordan continues to deliver aid to Gaza through both land convoys and airdrops, ensuring that assistance reaches civilians by all possible means. Over the past two weeks, Jordan has dispatched a total of 282 aid trucks, of which 220 have successfully entered the Gaza Strip, Shibli said. He also noted that the organisation was preparing an additional 60 trucks to be sent on Monday, with another 60 scheduled for dispatch on Thursday. Shibli stressed that delivering aid into Gaza remains extremely challenging due to deteriorating conditions on the ground, but reaffirmed Jordan's commitment to sustaining its humanitarian support.
Jordan News
a day ago
- Politics
- Jordan News
25 Aid Trucks Enter Gaza as Work Continues to Prepare 60 More - Jordan News
A total of 25 humanitarian aid trucks have entered the besieged Gaza Strip as part of Jordan's ongoing relief efforts, according to Hussein Shibli, Secretary-General of the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization (JHCO). اضافة اعلان Shibli stated on Monday that 25 out of an intended 60 trucks have crossed into Gaza, noting ongoing Israeli obstacles and settler attacks that continue to hinder aid delivery. He confirmed that the organization is currently preparing a new convoy of 60 trucks, part of a larger plan to send 180 trucks of aid to Gaza this week. Speaking to Al Mamlaka TV, Shibli explained that diplomatic efforts are underway with Israeli authorities to coordinate the entry of as many trucks as possible into the strip. This latest convoy is part of Jordan's continuous efforts—led by the government and supported by the people—to stand by the Palestinian people and deliver urgent relief, especially amid a dire shortage of essential supplies caused by the ongoing blockade. On Sunday, the Jordan Armed Forces – Arab Army conducted three airdrops of humanitarian and food aid over Gaza, one of which was carried out in cooperation with the United Arab Emirates. These airdrops, targeting multiple locations across the strip, are part of Jordan's sustained efforts in collaboration with regional and international partners, as well as humanitarian organizations, and are coordinated by the JHCO. The aim is to alleviate suffering and support Gaza's residents in coping with the hardships caused by the war. While airdrops offer a critical way to deliver specialized aid swiftly to areas that are difficult to access by land, they are not a replacement for land-based aid. Ground convoys remain the primary, most effective, and prioritized method for delivering humanitarian assistance to Gaza. Jordan continues to carry out its humanitarian and relief missions for the people of Gaza amid the escalating humanitarian disaster caused by the ongoing Israeli aggression since October 2023.
Zawya
6 days ago
- Health
- Zawya
Jordan lifts poultry import ban on Brazil after avian flu threat contained
AMMAN — The Ministry of Agriculture had lifted previously imposed restrictions on poultry meat imports from Brazil following the containment of the avian influenza threat, Assistant Secretary-General for Livestock Affairs at the ministry Musbah Tarawneh said on Wednesday. Speaking to Al Mamlaka TV, Tarawneh said that Jordan had introduced restrictions on Brazilian chicken imports in June after a case of avian influenza was detected. He noted that Jordan annually imports an average of 8,000 to 10,000 tonnes of frozen chicken from Brazil, with most of these quantities going to the local restaurant sector. Tarawneh stressed that the ministry's technical teams are 'closely' monitoring the health situation in countries exporting animal products, reiterating that the ministry will not hesitate to take any necessary measures to protect public health and the agricultural sector. In mid-June, the Ministry of Agriculture announced a suspension of imports of live poultry and non-heat-treated poultry products from Brazil, following reports of multiple cases of avian influenza there. At the time, the ministry said that the suspension would remain in effect until the epidemiological situation in Brazil improved and reliable reports from the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) confirmed that the outbreak was under control and that Brazilian veterinary authorities were complying with required preventive and monitoring procedures. Brazil exported $10 billion worth of chicken meat last year, accounting for some 35 per cent of the global trade in the sector. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Jordan News
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Jordan Sends 35 Additional Aid Trucks to Gaza Today - Jordan News
Jordan Sends 35 Additional Aid Trucks to Gaza Today The Secretary-General of the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization, Hussein Shibli, said on Monday that the organization is currently preparing between 30 and 35 humanitarian aid trucks, set to head to the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, carrying food supplies. اضافة اعلان Shibli explained that the current situation in Gaza is drastically different from the past, pointing to the unprecedented closure imposed by the Israeli occupation since October 7, 2023, along with systematic starvation and thirst inflicted on the population. He added that there is a clear and deliberate effort to starve and dehydrate the residents of the Gaza Strip, which has led to a state of despair and slow collective death due to hunger. He emphasized that the primary concern now is ensuring aid reaches those in need. Shibli described the situation in Gaza as 'extremely dire,' affirming that Jordan is exerting efforts on all levels—both diplomatic and humanitarian—through direct relief programs or in coordination with organizations inside the borders. The Secretary-General stressed that the current method of delivering aid is disorganized and called for opening the borders and allowing the entry of sufficient aid quantities. He warned that the ongoing chaos in distribution leads to people fighting over a loaf of bread or a single meal. He affirmed that it is impossible to achieve true aid relief unless there is a qualified and capable entity to distribute the assistance in an organized manner that preserves the dignity of Gaza's residents and ensures effective and safe delivery to those in need. — (Al Mamlaka TV)
Zawya
21-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jordan: World Bank considers additional financing for project promoting sustainable agriculture
AMMAN — The World Bank is considering additional financing for a programme that supports "Agricultural Resilience, Value Chain Development and Innovation - ARDE", which began in 2022, with the aim of enhancing the sustainability of the agricultural sector, improving rural livelihoods and increasing food security. According to data monitored by Al Mamlaka TV on Sunday, the bank indicated that the additional financing is estimated at $179 million to boost the resilience of agriculture and expand innovation and value chains. The total cost of the programme after the addition of the new funding is about $346.5 million, distributed among financing from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) of $185.6 million, government financing of $106 million. The total value also includes grants from trust funds with $43.9 million from the concessional financing facility and $9 million from the forced displacement fund, in addition to commercial financing worth $2 million. The proposed additional funding aims to build on existing institutional arrangements and expand the programme's impact by funding two key areas. The first is improving rainwater harvesting planning through the national commission using the results of a previous impact assessment, which recommended continuing mapping work, improving governance and coordination, reviewing tender documents, and employing digital technologies in order to expand guidance and training on climate-smart practices. The second component aims to enhance the competitiveness of the agri-food sector and improve the enabling environment for farmers and the private sector by reducing the risks associated with investing in value chains. This includes expanding the use of digital technology to access marketing and export promotion services in rural and urban areas, expanding virtual training programmes to develop skills and employment opportunities, especially for women and refugees, reviewing the application of agricultural labour laws. It also includes improving the regulatory environment and strengthening the capacity of cooperatives, especially farmers' associations, to increase their participation in the country. This approach comes as part of Jordan's efforts to achieve sustainable and comprehensive agricultural development that ensures enhancing food security, increasing food exports and creating new job opportunities, especially in rural areas and the most vulnerable groups. Untapped potential The World Bank stressed that the Jordanian agricultural sector has 'great' untapped potential that promotes economic growth, creates jobs and enhances food security, as about 25 per cent of low-income people in Jordan depend on agriculture as a source of income. Although primary agriculture contributed 4.8 per cent of the gross domestic product (GDP) in 2024, the broader agri-food sector accounted for 20-25 per cent of the GDP. According to FAOSTAT data, primary agriculture and the agri-food sector account for 3 per cent and 11 per cent of formal employment respectively, with an additional significant contribution through informal employment. The World Bank stressed that increased investment in the agri-food sector can stimulate rural job creation both on farms and along the value chain, including processing, packaging, distribution, services and transportation. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
