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Jordan Times
17-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Flag Day festivities drive business surge
The city of As-Salt celebrates Jordanian Flag Day, with streets being decorated and residents showing their patriotic spirit by raising the national flag Photo by (Ahmad Khleifat) AMMAN — Beneath a "vibrant sea of red, white, and black," Jordan's Flag Day on April 16 brought a surprising surge in commercial activity across Amman's busiest shopping areas. Storefronts draped in national colours welcomed crowds drawn not only by patriotic spirit, but also by Flag Day promotions. Cafés and restaurants reported near-capacity reservations, turning a symbolic national celebration into a welcome economic boost for many businesses still recovering from a slow first quarter. 'We saw around a 30 per cent increase in visitors compared with an average weekend,' said Anas Ajarma, owner of a souvenir shop in downtown Amman. 'Most people came for flags and the shmagh, but they stayed to explore other products too.' Restaurants also benefited from the Flag Day enthusiasm. 'Even our delivery orders saw a noticeable uptick,' said Omar Awwad, president of the Jordan Restaurants Association. Some eateries introduced themed offerings, including Flag Day meal kits complete with miniature flags and patriotic packaging. The gains were not evenly distributed. While established businesses enjoyed a significant boost, smaller vendors reported more modest returns, underscoring persistent disparities in consumer spending power. Street vendors and stall owners selling flags, pins, and other patriotic merchandise described it as their most profitable weekend of the quarter. 'The festive mood and crowds really helped,' said one vendor. 'It felt like Eid.' Despite the uneven impact, most business owners and vendors agreed that the atmosphere surrounding Flag Day translated into more than just national pride; it brought people out and opened wallets, injecting energy into local commerce.
Jordan News
17-04-2025
- General
- Jordan News
Applied Science Private University Celebrates Jordanian Flag Day: A Symbol of Unity and a Banner of Belonging
Applied Science Private University Celebrates Jordanian Flag Day: A Symbol of Unity and a Banner of Belonging Applied Science Private University held a national celebration on the occasion of Jordanian Flag Day, attended by the Chairman of the University's Board of Trustees, Dr. Haitham Abdullah Abu Khadijah, University President Prof. Dr. Samiha Jarrah, vice presidents, and a large number of faculty and administrative staff, along with students. The event was a vivid expression of pride in the soaring Jordanian flag, which symbolizes sovereignty, unity, and national dignity. اضافة اعلان The celebration featured an art exhibition created by the university's students, who captured the symbolism of the flag and the nation's history through vibrant paintings filled with a strong sense of belonging and identity. They emphasized that Flag Day is not just a passing occasion, but a meaningful moment to renew the values of loyalty and patriotism, and to elevate the sense of pride in the homeland and its wise leadership. This celebration aligns with the university's vision and mission to instill national values and raise awareness among students. The university believes that the Jordanian flag is more than just a symbol — it is a representation of security and sovereignty, and a motivation for continued dedication and belonging. May God continue to bless Jordan with safety and security under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein, and his faithful Crown Prince, His Royal Highness Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II. May God protect and preserve them both.
Jordan Times
16-04-2025
- Jordan Times
JHR operates special journey on occasion of Flag Day
The Jordan Hejaz Railway Corporation on Wednesday operates a special journey on board the historic train in celebration of Jordan's Flag Day (Photo courtesy of JHR) AMMAN — The Jordan Hejaz Railway Corporation (JHR) on Wednesday operated a special journey on board the historic train, decorated with the Jordanian flag, along a 'symbolic route' that reflects the institution's 'deep' ties to the Kingdom's national and historical heritage. The event was held in celebration of the Jordanian Flag Day. The journey featured the participation of a group of children with special needs from Al Raja International Centre Association, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. The invitation was extended by the corporation as part of a humanitarian initiative aimed at including this group in national celebrations and fostering a sense of belonging. JHR Director-General Zahi Khalil stressed that the initiative is part of the corporation's commitment to social responsibility and its ongoing efforts to participate in national events while promoting human and social values.
Jordan Times
16-04-2025
- General
- Jordan Times
JAF personnel celebrate Flag Day
Personnel of the Jordan Armed Forces–Arab Army on Wednesday join citizens in celebrating the Jordanian Flag Day through a series of national activities held across the Kingdom's governorates (Petra photo) AMMAN — Personnel of the Jordan Armed Forces–Arab Army (JAF) on Wednesday joined Jordanians in celebrating the Jordanian Flag Day through a series of national activities held across the Kingdom's governorates. The JAF musical bands took part in the festivities, while JAF personnel distributed Jordanian flags to citizens and students at schools and universities throughout the Kingdom. Citizens expressed pride in this 'distinctive national occasion, which reflects a deep sense of belonging and loyalty to the homeland and its Hashemite leadership.' They reaffirmed their unity behind the Hashemite leadership and their pride in raising the Jordanian flag. Buildings of various army formations and units, along with the JAF vehicles, were decorated with the Jordanian flag. Schools affiliated with the Directorate of Military Education and Culture also celebrated the occasion with national activities that raised the flag and highlighted its symbolism and the meanings behind its colours. Jordanians mark this national day every year on April 16, a date designated by the Cabinet as part of the centennial celebrations of the founding of the Jordanian state.
Ammon
16-04-2025
- Politics
- Ammon
PM highlights symbolic importance of Jordanian flag
Ammon News - Prime Minister Jafar Hassan released a video on his official Instagram account on Wednesday to mark Jordanian Flag Day, which is observed annually on April the video message, the Prime Minister highlighted the symbolic importance of the Jordanian flag, describing it as a reflection of the resilience and pride of the Jordanian people. "We raise our flag today and protect it every day," he stated, underscoring the enduring spirit and unity of the celebrations took place across all governorates, where the Jordanian flag was prominently raised on 20-meter-high flagpoles in honor of the occasion.
