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Informal Trade between Jordan and Syria

Jordan and its Neighbourhood

Jordan and Its Neighbourhood is a publication series by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Jordan Office examining the Kingdom's relations with the countries and conflicts on its borders. Each paper brings regional expertise to a specific file - security, political, or economic - and sets out concrete policy priorities.

Dr. Qasem Hamouri
July 30, 2026
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Displacement, Governance, and Post-ISIS Iraq

Remnants of Terror

Remnants of Terror is a two-part publication series by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Jordan Office, examining the challenges that persist in Iraq nearly a decade after the war against ISIS.

Ashleigh Whelan
July 26, 2026
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Anchoring the South: Jordan and the Stabilisation of Post-Assad Syria

Jordan and Its Neighbourhood

Jordan and Its Neighbourhood is a publication series by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Jordan Office examining the Kingdom's relations with the countries and conflicts on its borders. Each paper brings regional expertise to a specific file - security, political, or economic - and sets out concrete policy priorities.

Katrina Sammour
July 25, 2026
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Zwischen Reform und Realität – Politische Partizipation von Menschen mit Behinderung in Jordanien

Inklusion weltweit – aktueller Stand aus Jordanien

Jordanien hat in den vergangenen Jahren wichtige Reformprozesse angestoßen, um politische Teilhabe auszubauen und Menschen mit Behinderungen stärker in gesellschaftliche und politische Strukturen einzubinden. Neue gesetzliche Grundlagen, institutionelle Entwicklungen und internationale Initiativen prägen diesen Wandel und setzen Impulse für mehr Inklusion. Gleichzeitig stehen diese Entwicklungen in einem Kontext, in dem bestehende Strukturen, gesellschaftliche Rahmenbedingungen und laufende Umsetzungsprozesse die tatsächliche Teilhabe weiterhin limitieren. Vor diesem Hintergrund bewegt sich die politische Partizipation von Menschen mit Behinderungen in Jordanien im Spannungsfeld zwischen Reformanspruch und Realität.

Amelie Hohmann, Samantha Mirus
July 9, 2026
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Jordan’s Gas Discoveries and Its Changing Energy Landscape

Domestic and Regional Economic Implications

This paper explores how Jordan’s natural gas developments could reduce energy import dependence and strengthen economic resilience. While GDP growth remains modest and energy imports still dominate, the reassessed Risha Gas Field offers significant long-term supply potential. The key challenge is infrastructure and utilisation—particularly the need for a major pipeline to enable distribution and exports. The paper highlights opportunities across power generation, industry, and transport, positioning natural gas as a central driver of diversification, competitiveness, and energy security.

Dr. Ibrahim Saif
May 5, 2026
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Toward Strengthening the Role of Parliament in Supporting the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Jordan

Policy Paper

International experiences and recommendations for strengthening the role of parliament in advancing the rights of persons with disabilities.

April 23, 2026
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WANA-KAS Think Tank School

Call for Applications

West Asia-North Africa (WANA) Institute, in partnership with Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) Office Jordan, are launching the joint project “WANA-KAS Think Tank School”. This project seeks to engage early-career Jordanians launching their careers as policy analysts in think tanks or civil society organisations. The WANA-KAS Think Tank School will provide participants with the space, skills, and expertise to co-create their learning trajectory as policy analysts.

March 25, 2026
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Perceptions of Jordanian Foreign Policy: Change and Continuity

Surveys show shifts in foreign policy priorities and partnerships while maintaining the basic orientation of Jordanian foreign policy

In the context of regional instability, Jordanian foreign policy remains shaped by a pragmatic approach and a focus on maintaining security and stability. At the same time, economic challenges are leading to an increasing public expectation for specific foreign policy results for Jordan’s economy. While the US and Saudi Arabia continue to lead the field of Jordan’s partner countries, confidence in the US’s stabilizing role in the region is shrinking. The image of Germany is recovering compared to the previous year, despite criticism in the context of the Gaza war.

Veronika Ertl, Laura Schranz
February 17, 2026
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Addressing Socio-Economic Challenges in Jordan

Reflections on the Economic Modernisation Vision (EMV)

Jordan continues to face a complex socio-economic landscape marked by structural unemployment, pressure on public services, regional disparities, and increasing strain on natural resources — challenges further intensified by a volatile regional environment and shifting global economic dynamics. In response, the Kingdom launched the Economic Modernisation Vision (2022–2033), a comprehensive national roadmap aimed at accelerating inclusive and sustainable economic growth while enhancing overall wellbeing. The vision sets an ambitious reform agenda, yet its success depends on effective implementation, evidence-based policymaking, and sustained dialogue among stakeholders.

Dr Yara Shaban, Salma Nasser, Oraib Abu-Raideh, Sara Abu Omarah, Salsabeal Abo-Thrais, Samer Al-Fakhouri, Sanad Al-Quran
February 16, 2026
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EU-Jordan Summit

A Symbolic Step for a Strategic Partnership

With the first bilateral summit between the EU and Jordan, both sides sent a signal of their intention to deepen the partnership at a time of heightened regional instability in the Middle East. Through its support for Jordan, the EU aims to strengthen the country in its stabilising role in the region and to contribute to Jordan’s internal stability, particularly by supporting economic resilience and growth. For the EU, the deepening of relations also provides an opportunity to position itself as a reliable partner and actor in the Middle East against the backdrop of an increasingly unpredictable US foreign policy.

Veronika Ertl, Laura Schranz
January 21, 2026
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