The contrast between the tragic events in Mecca and the historic visit of Pope Francis to the United States is striking.While performing the fifth pillar of Islam, many Muslims lost their lives in a mob-like stampede.On the other hand, millions of believers crowded the streets of

We all should be glued to our TV sets when American elections gather steam and reach potboiling degree.Whoever the American voters decide to seat in a national position is their own prerogative.

His Majesty King Abdullah has just completed a tour in the Far East covering two countries: China (the 1st economic power in the world) and South Korea (11th ranking economy).The total GDP of the two countries, according to the latest 2015 estimates is $13 trillion, about 15 time

There is no such declared war waging that we can call an economic war with full confidence, supported by convincing evidence.

The main issue facing investment in Jordan is not the red tape, the licensing procedures, the 39 post-licensing steps or the discomforting new investment law. The issue is basically socio-political.Most government employers grew up with anti-private sector attitudes.

What would be Jordan’s gains and pains if it were to join the Gulf Cooperation Council?Would such membership bring more advantages to Jordan than what it is already getting from its current relations with the GCC?In 1981, the GCC was established as a defence pact by six Arabian P

On August 9, Prince El Hassan bin Talal patronised the launching of the “Arab Economic Charter” in Amman.His Royal Highness also launched the “Arab Social Charter” in December 2012.

A national conference on education was held in Amman at the end of July, and on August 5, Their Majesties King Abdullah and Queen Rania met with the premier, army chief and education minister to review its main recommendations.

This past holy month of Ramadan revealed the extent of resilience, co-existence and the fraternity between Jordanian Christians and Muslims. Ramadan spanned over the months of June and July, the longest days of the year.