Amman: The Board of Directors of the Jordan News Agency (Petra), chaired by Minister of Government Communication Mohammad Momani, has approved the agency’s new digital website project. This initiative has been developed in cooperation with the Ministry of Digital Economy and a specialized news web development firm.
According to Jordan News Agency, the upgraded platform is designed to enhance the user experience by presenting Petra’s media content in a modern and accessible format, with improved browsing speed and ease of navigation. The initiative aims to align Petra with rapid advancements in information technology and digital media while maintaining its role as a trusted source of news.
During the meeting, Momani emphasized Petra’s crucial role in Jordan’s national media landscape, stressing its mission to deliver comprehensive coverage of national events and issues with accuracy. The meeting was attended by the agency’s Director General and Deputy Chair Fayrouz Mubaideen, along with board members Hani Badri, Rana Dababneh, Mohammad Maaqbeh, Awni Dawood, and Jamil Barmawi.
Momani reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting professional media as an essential partner in Jordan’s development, pledging support to enable the media to fulfill its responsibilities. The board also reviewed Petra’s draft strategic plan for 2026-2028, which outlines a renewed vision, mission, and core values aligned with modern communication advancements.
Mubaideen noted that the new strategy is based on the national media sector’s priorities and broader national development frameworks, aiming to strengthen Petra’s leadership in comprehensive and timely news coverage, supported by measurable performance indicators. Board members suggested recommendations to refine various aspects of the strategic plan.
In a separate decision, the board approved a draft memorandum of understanding with the Royal Documentation Center to facilitate the exchange of expertise and provide access to Petra’s extensive news archives.