Karak, November 10 (Petra) – Minister of Government Communication Mohammad Momani said that Jordan's political, economic and administrative modernisation projects embody the state's vision for its second centenary. He said the modernisation projects reflect a comprehensive national reform and modernisation process led by His Majesty King Abdullah II. He emphasised that this process is grounded in partnership, dialogue and openness to all segments of society.

Speaking during a dialogue session in Karak organised Monday evening by the Balqi News website, Momani the role of direct communication with Jordanians, in line with His Majesty's directives following the recent royal visit to Karak.

The session was attended by former Minister of Government Communication Muhannad Mubaideen, Secretary-General of the Ministry Zaid Nawaisah and a number of media professionals, intellectuals and local dignitaries.

Momani said that the Hashemite approach to communication reflects the depth of mutual trust between leadership and people and forms the foundation of the relationship between the state and society.

He noted that political modernisation represents a key pillar of national reform, aiming to build a programme-based, institutionalised party system that expresses Jordanians' aspirations and offers practical solutions to their challenges.

He pointed out that the 2024 elections marked a milestone in the process, being the first to apply the new election and political parties laws.

The allocation of 41 out of 138 parliamentary seats for political parties, he said, signals a gradual transition toward programme-based parliamentary governments.

Momani added that the government will soon launch a broad national dialogue on the Local Administration Law, which plays a central role in the next stage of democratic development.

Strengthening local governance, he said, is a natural extension of the political modernisation process at the governorate and council levels and aims to improve service delivery through greater administrative efficiency and fiscal discipline.

On economy, Momani said the government is committed to implementing the Economic Modernisation Vision 2023–2033, which serves as a national roadmap for balanced and sustainable development.

He announced that the second executive programme (2026–2029) will soon be launched under royal patronage, encompassing dozens of initiatives across eight key growth sectors.

Regarding development efforts in Karak, Momani noted that several projects were presented during the Cabinet's first field visit to the governorate about a year ago.

He highlighted the Karak Cable Car Project, initiated under royal directives, as a driver of tourism growth and job creation.

He pointed to ongoing infrastructure and road development initiatives, as well as the operation of the Unified Government Services Centre, which provides multiple services in one location.

Momani noted that the King Hussein Bin Abdullah II Industrial City has attracted 16 new investment projects following the introduction of government incentives, supporting job creation and local industry.

He stressed that Karak exemplifies active citizen participation and awareness, noting that political, economic and administrative modernisation projects are advancing in an integrated manner toward one goal building a modern, strong state with capable institutions and empowered citizens, guided by a clear royal vision that views reform as a continuous and evolving process.

Momani said the government is committed to maintaining open communication with all governorates through direct meetings and dialogue, in line with His Majesty's directives to listen to Jordanians and involve them in shaping national priorities and development policies.

//Petra// AK