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Zawya
a day ago
- Business
- Zawya
Jordan, Iraq in positive talks to extend oil import agreement — ministry
AMMAN — Jordan has officially requested an extension of its memorandum of understanding with Iraq for the import of crude oil, according to Iman Awad, Director of Oil and Gas at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources. The current agreement is due to expire on June 26, 2025, according to Al Mamlaka TV. Awad said that discussions between the two sides are progressing smoothly and in a positive atmosphere, with no obstacles reported so far. She noted that the memorandum allows for annual renewal, and both countries are working constructively toward its continuation. Under the agreement, Jordanian tankers continue to transport Iraqi crude at the agreed daily rate of 10,000 barrels. The pricing is based on the monthly average price of Brent crude, with a discount of $16 per barrel to account for differences in quality and transport costs. The imported Iraqi oil represents around 7 per cent of Jordan's total oil consumption. Awad added that Jordan is responsible for providing the tanker trucks used to transport the oil from Iraq to the Jordan Petroleum Refinery in Zarqa. The fleet of tankers is shared equally between Jordanian and Iraqi companies, in line with the terms of the memorandum. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Al Bawaba
a day ago
- Al Bawaba
Jordanian child injured by drone in Azraq disctrict
Published June 19th, 2025 - 09:34 GMT ALBAWABA - A 12-year-old Jordanian girl was injured and rushed to the hospital after a drone fell into a residential area in the Azraq sub-district in Zarqa City, as reported by AlMamlaka TV. The drone also caused damage to three homes and two vehicles, prompting Jordanian authorities to launch an investigation to determine the cause of the incident and assess potential security concerns. On the contrary, Jordan's Directorate of Public Security revealed that it had noticed a suspicious object on the roof of a school in Al-Mafraq Governorate. However, no fires or injuries were reported, but a teacher inside its premises evacuated the scene after hearing a loud noise. Jordanian child injured by drone in Azraq district © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Zawya
03-06-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
Jordan: Zarqa's commercial exports exceed $59mln in May
AMMAN — The total value of commercial exports (re-exports) from Zarqa city reached JD42,586,837 in May, according to President of Zarqa Chamber of Commerce (ZCC) Hussein Shreim. Shreim stated on Sunday, that vehicles and automotive parts topped the list of exported items, followed by construction materials and sanitary ware, pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, food products, clothing, jewelry, electronics and electrical appliances, as well as home and office furniture and stationery. He also highlighted that the ZCC and its office in the free zone issued 404 certificates of origin during the same month, according to official statistics, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.
Jordan News
01-06-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Zarqa Exports Exceed JD 42.5 Million in May - Jordan News
Zarqa Exports Exceed JD 42.5 Million in May Hussein Shreim, President of the Zarqa Chamber of Commerce, announced that the total value of commercial exports (re-exports) from Zarqa in May reached JD 42,586,837. اضافة اعلان He noted that vehicles and related accessories topped the list of exported items, followed by construction materials and sanitary ware, pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, food products, clothing, jewelry, electrical and electronic appliances, as well as home and office furniture and stationery. Shreim also stated that the Zarqa Chamber of Commerce, along with its office in the Free Zone, issued 404 certificates of origin during the same month, according to official statistics. (Petra News Agency)
Zawya
30-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jordan: SEPCO generates 30% of Jordan's electricity — minister
AMMAN — Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Saleh Kharabsheh said on Thursday that the Samra Electric Power Company (SEPCO) provides around 30 per cent of Jordan's electricity needs, making it one of the country's largest and most critical energy providers. During a ceremony organised by the Samra Company in the Hashemiyah area of Zarqa Governorate to celebrate Jordan's 79th Independence Day, Kharabsheh highlighted the Economic Modernisation Vision as a strategic roadmap for the Kingdom, positioning the energy sector as a critical enabler of other industries and a cornerstone of the national economy. He also underscored the importance of addressing current challenges, transforming them into opportunities, and working toward achieving long-term national goals, according to an Energy Ministry statement. Kharabsheh also noted that the government is working to fully meet the Kingdom's natural gas needs from the Risha gas field within the next five years, through the efforts of the National Petroleum Company. Kharabsheh also highlighted the sector's key milestones, noting that SEPCO began commercial operations in 2005 with a single 100-megawatt gas turbine. "Today, its nominal generation capacity has reached 1,241 megawatts, with a projected total capacity of 1,834 megawatts by 2025," he added. He also commended the plant's efficient operation, managed by highly skilled Jordanian professionals, many of whom are residents of Zarqa, underscoring the company's role in supporting local communities and creating employment opportunities. For his part, SEPCO Director General Engineer Sami Zawatineh hailed the company's achievements since its establishment, reporting a nearly twelvefold increase in electricity production. He also noted the broader progress Jordan has made in developing its energy sector, particularly in electricity generation. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
