UNDP, Central Bank lead effort to expand digital finance
04/08/2026 | 19:53:08
Amman, August 4 (Petra) - The UN Development Programme (UNDP) in Jordan, in collaboration with the Central Bank of Jordan (CBJ) and supported by the Better Than Cash Alliance, hosted a dialogue session on digital financial services to draft practical recommendations for national inclusion efforts.
The session formed part of a broader project aimed at expanding financial access and usage for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) led by women and youth. Attendees examined findings from the Jordan Valley, outlining the primary digital finance obstacles facing small business owners.
Discussions centered on strategies to design and pilot more inclusive, responsive financial products that help women and youth-led enterprises adopt digital payment solutions sustainably.
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