Amman:The Cabinet has granted approval to several strategic national plans, including the National Strategy for Localizing the Drone Industry in Jordan for 2026-2036. This strategy aims to develop a comprehensive domestic drone industry, transitioning the nation from technology importation to local development and manufacturing.
According to Jordan News Agency, the drone industry strategy focuses on enhancing local technical expertise and increasing domestic value-added components. It includes applications in various sectors such as agriculture, infrastructure, and emergency response, along with plans to strengthen engineering curricula and training.
Additionally, the Cabinet approved a new regulation for the electricity sector, aimed at facilitating investment and modernizing the regulatory framework. This includes incentives for energy storage and exemptions for green hydrogen projects, encouraging renewable energy expansion.
The Cabinet has also approved regulations for companies supplying domestic cleaning workers, setting licensing requirements and worker protections. This move seeks to address unlicensed service providers and ensure worker welfare through structured contracts and conditions.
In the health sector, the Ministry of Health's strategy for 2026-2030 has been sanctioned, focusing on improving healthcare quality and sustainability. The plan emphasizes preventive care, digital transformation, and enhanced health insurance coverage.
The Cabinet's decisions also include proposed amendments to the Associations Regulation to improve governance and administrative procedures for federations of associations, as well as a draft regulation for university colleges, and intermediate community colleges to streamline governance structures.
The inclusion of the Baptism Site in the national network of protected areas aims to safeguard its environmental, cultural, and historical significance, promoting sustainable tourism and economic opportunities for local communities.
An extradition agreement with Morocco has been approved for ratification, strengthening bilateral cooperation. Furthermore, Yasser Hantouli has been appointed as the Director General of the Jordan Hejaz Railway following a competitive selection process.