Jordan
Expanded formal powers might damage Jordan’s king
Parliament is approving a range of constitutional reforms
JordanJordan’s coming climate crisis will hit youth hard
As in much of the Middle East, most young people are focused on jobs and finances, unaware of mounting climate risks
JordanJordanian opposition to closer Israel ties could mount
The new water-for-energy agreement caused angry scenes and walkouts among legislators
JordanJordan will struggle with insoluble reform dilemmas
New local elections are planned, as the parliament wrestles with constitutional reform and a new draft budget
JordanIsrael-Jordan deal may promote wider climate ties
The sometimes-uneasy neighbours have agreed to swap solar energy for clean water
IsraelMideast water scarcity risks urban and rural strains
Jordanian officials say dams are running dry amid an intense regional drought, and Iraqis warn of likely clashes
Middle EastLebanon’s 2022 Middle East energy hopes face risks
Neighbours are promising energy-strapped Beirut new supplies of electricity and gas before the beginning of next year
LebanonJordan will prioritise efforts to meet FATF standards
Inclusion on the task force’s ‘grey list’ is an embarrassment for the kingdom
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