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1.7. (...) Jordan has placed significant emphasis on ensuring food security, as evident from the recent launch of the National Food Security Strategy (2021-30) and the National Plan for Sustainable Agriculture (2022-25) in the year 2021. (...)

1.9. Jordan continued its contribution to addressing other global challenges, for example the Climate change. Jordan has taken steps to address the challenges by ratifying the Paris Agreement and increasing its conditional greenhouse gas emissions reduction target from 14% to 31% by 2030. Notable initiatives include the endorsement of the "National Policy for Climate Change in Jordan for the years (2022-2050)," which aims to mitigate the consequences of climate change by curbing greenhouse gas emissions in all economic sectors and adapting to the impacts on critical resources like agriculture and water. This policy aligns with global efforts for climate stability and sustainable development, strengthening Jordan's resilience against climate change challenges.

1.10. According to UN-backed report, Jordan is among the countries making progress in achieving goals related to carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions per capita by 2030. The report ranks Jordan 62nd out of 180 countries in the "flourishing index 0.75" and 87th in the sustainability rank.

1.14. To complement these efforts, in June 2022 Jordan's Economic Modernization Vision 2033 was announced under the patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II aiming to enhance, over a 10-year period, growth, and quality of life by creating one million new jobs; improving Jordan's ranking on global competitiveness, environment, prosperity, and sustainability indexes; and expanding into high value-added service and industrial sectors. (...)

2.34. Recently, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan has launched a novel investment online platform, accessible through the website www.invest.jo, which showcases a selection of 21 new projects with a cumulative value of nearly USD 41.4 billion. (...) This user-friendly platform provides detailed insights into various sectors of the economy, encompassing areas such as tourism, renewable energy, information technology, manufacturing, and agriculture, among others. It diligently highlights the vast potential and profitability of investing in Jordan's flourishing economy. (...)

3.8. (...) The food industry in Jordan enjoys a well-established status, bolstered by a rich historical heritage and a commendable reputation. Its success is attributed to the utilization of both domestic and imported raw materials, further enhancing its robustness and sustainability.

3.13. The Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Supply is presently in the process of devising a new industrial policy that aligns with the Economic Modernization Vision. The central objective of this policy is to foster the comprehensive development of the industrial sector and small and medium enterprises within the industry, with a specific focus on technology as well as increasing value added. Emphasis will also be placed on promoting green industry practices, thereby contributing to environmental sustainability. (...)

3.15. (...) The GoJ [Government of Jordan] recognizes the importance of sustainable agricultural practices, technology adoption, and value chain development to enhance the sector's resilience and its contribution to the overall economy.

3.21. Organic Products: Jordan has been actively promoting organic farming practices, with organic agricultural products like fruits, vegetables, and herbs being exported to meet the increasing demand for organic and sustainable products in regional and international markets.

3.22. (...) The country is home to research institutions and centres focused on agricultural innovation and technology transfer to enhance productivity and sustainability.