The Minister of Government Communications and Government Spokesperson, Mohammad Momani, stated that the direct cost of regional events on Jordan reached approximately 150 million dinars during the current month, with the majority impacting the energy sector.
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Speaking to Al-Mamlaka TV, Momani added that this figure represents direct expenditures only and does not include indirect challenges and costs. He noted that the government has operationalized the Floating Storage Regasification Unit (FSRU) at the Port of Aqaba to ensure the continuity of energy supplies, emphasizing that the energy sector possesses alternatives that guarantee the Kingdom's supply stability.
Momani explained that the government's crisis management reflects the strength and resilience of the Jordanian economy, as well as the flexibility shown by various sectors in facing diverse challenges.
Key Strategic Decisions to Secure Supply Chains
The Minister highlighted two critical decisions aimed at ensuring the effective flow of supply chains:
Land Transport and Ending Monopolies at Aqaba Port: This decision has allowed for a better flow of various goods into the Jordanian market.
Exemptions on New Costs Arising from Price Hikes: The government has waived duties and taxes associated with price increases resulting from regional events, aiming to mitigate any impact on commodity prices in the local market.
Regional Coordination
Momani confirmed that agreements have been reached with Syria to facilitate transport and coordination between the Port of Aqaba and the Port of Lattakia. This ensures the flow of goods arriving from the Mediterranean Sea, rather than relying solely on the Red Sea.
He added that these measures have helped relatively alleviate the impact of rising global shipping costs while ensuring the continuous flow of goods through border crossings.
"There is a cost incurred as a result of these events, but the priority is ensuring that various goods reach the Jordanian market seamlessly," Momani concluded.
