ARB - Jordan

Photo Essay: Jordan’s Other Refugees

Thu, 14 Aug 2014 16:31:08 +0000

Jordan’s attempt to prioritize Syrian and Iraqis refugees leaves its other asylum seekers underserved.

Legitimizing Crackdown on Dissent in Jordan

Tue, 22 Jul 2014 16:26:24 +0000

Proposed amendments to Jordan’s anti-terror law threaten free expression and may exacerbate the very problem they are hoping to address.

The New Generation of Jordanian Jihadi Fighters

Tue, 18 Feb 2014 16:29:24 +0000

The outcome of their engagement in Syria will define the future vision and goals of the rising generation of Jordanian Salafi-jihadis.

Zamzam and the Jordanian Brotherhood

Tue, 04 Feb 2014 16:23:48 +0000

The Zamzam Initiative, which presents itself as an alternative to the Jordanian Muslim Brotherhood, is unlikely to convince Jordanians that it provides anything new.

The Cost of Syrian Refugees

Thu, 19 Sep 2013 15:53:03 +0000

Economic and demographic strains from the Syrian refugee crisis are impacting Jordan’s own domestic balance of power.

Failing Civics

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 04:00:00 +0000

As Jordan strives to build a university system in line with its ambitious economic goals, tribal violence on campus remains a stumbling block.

Disquiet on the Jordanian Front

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Emerging segments of the Jordanian opposition are becoming more vocal and boldly demanding change.

Jordan’s Ongoing Election Law Battle

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 04:00:00 +0000

As the standoff over Jordan’s new electoral law continues, what is at stake?

Revolutionary Business: Rethinking Entrepreneurship in the Middle East

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Donors should reevaluate how best to encourage entrepreneurship in the Middle East and North Africa.

Will a New Economic Equilibrium Emerge from the Arab Spring?

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:00:00 +0000

Tunisia’s 217-member Constituent Assembly must now write a constitution. What are the next stages of institutional reform?

The Flaws of Jordan’s Largest Terrorism Trial

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:00:00 +0000

The trial of 150 Jordanians for terrorism, the largest of its kind in the country’s recent history, shows exactly what is wrong with Jordan’s State Security Court.

Jordan PM Cleared on Corruption Charges

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Jordan Receives $1bn Grant from Saudi Arabia

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Jordan Government Firm on Banning Open Sit-Ins

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Jordan Information Minister Quits Over So-Called Restrictive laws

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Daraa Border Reopened Between Jordan and Syria

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Thousands Demonstrate in Jordan to Condemn Corruption and Demand Reform

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Jordan to Free 8000 Prisoners Under Pardon

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Jordanians Step Up Protests Calling for PM’s Resignation

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Jordan Islamists & Leftists Create National Reform Front, Unite Against Corruption

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Jordan Government Announces Makeover of Public Sector

Tue, 31 May 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Two Jordan Ministers Resign in Light of Corruption Case

Fri, 27 May 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Jordan To Adopt Open Proportional Representation Lists for Elections

Wed, 25 May 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Jordanians Renew Protests Calling for Reform

Fri, 20 May 2011 09:00:00 +0000

25 Injured in Jordan as Police Bar Demonstrators from Marching for Palestinian Right of Return

Mon, 16 May 2011 09:00:00 +0000