ICT Facts & Opportunities in Jordan

This provides detailed information about the ICT facts and opportunities in Jordan as of 2018-2019. It covers the country’s economic indicators, key figures, business indicators, ICT indicators, telecommunications regulatory framework, market entry requirements, legal and institutional framework, key institutions, laws and policies, regulations, and obligations on mobile operators.

Key Insights

• Jordan has a GDP of $42.3 billion in current prices as of 2018.
• The country’s ease of doing business ranking improved to 75 out of 190 in 2019.
• Jordan’s ICT sector contributes to approximately 4,045 employees working in the telecom sector.
• The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission plays a crucial role in overseeing the telecommunications sector in Jordan.
• The country has a high internet penetration rate, with 88.8% of families having internet services at home.

Source: Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (Jordan)