Amman:Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Dr. Saleh Kharabsheh, has reviewed the progress of the Economic Modernization Vision (EMV) for the energy and mining sectors for October. The review focused on the vision's activities and projects.
According to Jordan News Agency, the minister emphasized the importance of the meeting with the EMV liaisons to ensure compliance with the vision's targets. The discussions aimed to assess project statuses, follow-up reports, and adherence to timelines.
The minister highlighted the energy sector as crucial for supporting the national economy and other economic sectors. He advocated for a stronger role for the private sector to stimulate investment, promote economic growth, and support sustainable development.
The vision's liaison officers reported that projects are on track with established timelines. In the energy sector, initiatives include increasing electricity access through the Rural Electrification "Fils Al-Reef" program, conducting energy audits, and advancing oil and gas projects. The mining sector projects involve gold exploration at Jabal Mubarak and developing a "single-window" service for investors.