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The Geopolitician

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Jordan · Country watch

Gold Prices Drop, Digital Services Expand

Gold prices in Jordan fall, while the government expands digitisation efforts, impacting retail and technology sectors.

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Business conditions in Jordan remain stable as gold prices fall, impacting retail and finance, while government digitisation efforts expand, benefiting technology and logistics sectors.

In this briefing Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship · Sanad · Economic Modernisation Vision · General Syndicate of Owners of Trade and Jewelry Shops

Companies

  • Technology
  • Logistics

Jordan Expands Digital ID Use with 'Sanad' App

The Jordanian government is set to expand the use of its 'Sanad' app for digital identification at airport e-gates, according to Roya News. The Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship reported that over 3.4 million citizens have activated their digital IDs through the app. This move aims to streamline entry and exit processes at airports, enhancing efficiency and security.

Impact Airlines and airport operators in Jordan benefit from improved efficiency in passenger processing.

Sources: Roya News ↗, Jo24 ↗

  • Technology
  • Public sector

Jordan Digitises 90.8% of Government Services

Jordan has digitised 90.8% of its government services by the end of the third quarter of 2026, according to Jordan News. This achievement is part of the Executive Programme of the Economic Modernisation Vision (2026–2029). The programme includes expanding digital employment and training initiatives, aiming to improve public service delivery and enhance digital literacy among citizens.

Impact Public-sector employees and technology firms in Jordan see increased demand for digital skills and services.

Sources: Jordan News ↗

Markets

  • Retail
  • Finance

Gold Prices in Jordan Drop to JD 84 per Gram

Part of: Fluctuations in gold prices in Jordan →

Gold prices in Jordan decreased on Tuesday, with the price of 21-carat gold dropping to JD 84 per gram, according to Jo24. The General Syndicate of Owners of Trade and Jewelry Shops reported this decrease in their second pricing of the day. The price of 24-carat gold is now JD 96.4 per gram, and 18-carat gold is JD 74.4 per gram.

Impact Jewelry retailers and gold investors in Jordan face reduced revenue as gold prices decline.

Sources: Hala Akhbar ↗, Jo24 ↗

Nothing significant reported today in Regulation · Disruption · Internal tension · Safety & health · Trade · Politics.

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