Pilot schemes to offer refugees in Jordan and Ethiopia permits to work in special economic zones have been enthusiastically received, but take up has been disappointing.
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Jordanian PM resigns but FDI likely to remain stable
Ongoing protests in Amman have led Jordanian prime minister Hani Al-Mulki to step down but FDI inflows are likely to remain stable – for now. Sebastian Shehadi reports.
Jordan reaches out to take its ICT sector to the next level
A 1999 'reach initiative' transformed Jordan's ICT sector, which now accounts for more than 10% of the country's GDP. Following the launch of a sequel initiative, the country is hoping it can further build on this success.
Biocartis finds comfort in its Belgian base
The decision to move molecular diagnostics company Biocartis from Eindhoven to the small Belgian city of Mechelen could be viewed as a nostalgic one by the firm's Belgian founder, Rudi Pauwels. However, the location's tax incentives and grants have gone some way towards helping the firm to prepare for an international expansion.
Jordan seeks to exploit its perfect climate for solar and stability
Jordan is refining policies and signing international development deals to exploit its excellent conditions for solar energy projects and wind farms and its reputation for stability at the heart of one of the most turbulent parts of the world.
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Political uncertainty hits real estate sectors in Syria and Lebanon
The political uncertainty in Syria is affecting the country's real estate sector, and is also spilling over into Lebanon's. However, nearby Jordan is proving resilient in this sector.
Iraq and Jordan join MEA top ten FDI destinations
Iraq and Jordan are now in the top 10 FDI destination countries in the Middle East and Africa region for 2010, with 35 and 42 investments respectively
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