Jordan Assumes Presidency of the Arab World’s E-Commerce and Financial Inclusion Group
Jordan has assumed the presidency of the E-Commerce and Financial Inclusion Working Group of the Arab Permanent Postal Committee (APPC). The decision was made during the APPC’s 49th meeting, held at the headquarters of the Arab League in Cairo. Under its new role, the country is expected to contribute to efforts in regional e-commerce policies, postal and logistics services, and financial inclusion.
Jordan Takes on a New Role in Regional E-Commerce Policies
According to a statement by the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC), the official delegation included representatives from the Commission and Jordan Post Company. The delegation was headed by TRC Secretary-General Dr. Nael Adwan. Adwan stated that Jordan’s election to the presidency of the working group reflects the country’s position in the fields of postal regulation and digital transformation.
Adwan also stated that the new role represents an important opportunity to contribute to the development of Arab initiatives and policies that will support the growth of e-commerce and advance financial inclusion. It was reported that the work will be carried out in line with global trends and the region’s economic development objectives.
Digital Transformation in Postal and Logistics Services
During Jordan’s term, the aim is to strengthen coordination with Arab countries and relevant organizations, improve the exchange of expertise, and adapt postal and logistics services to changes in the global digital economy. These efforts are also important for improving delivery and logistics infrastructure in cross-border e-commerce operations.
Efforts related to the country’s e-commerce ecosystem are also continuing. As part of the 2026–2029 Economic Modernization Vision, the National E-Commerce Strategy is being updated, while the “Click Business” program has been launched to support businesses’ access to digital markets, and 18 projects in the fields of e-commerce and digital marketing have received support. The wholesale and retail trade sector’s contribution to GDP in the first quarter of 2026 was announced as 818 million Jordanian dinars.
Artificial Intelligence Included in the Digital Economy Program
Alongside its e-commerce and retail transformation, Jordan is also continuing its efforts in the field of artificial intelligence. The country’s 2023–2027 Artificial Intelligence Strategy includes 68 projects and initiatives aimed at expanding the use of artificial intelligence in the public sector and priority economic sectors. Digital infrastructure, the regulatory environment, investment, entrepreneurship, and the development of artificial intelligence skills are among the main areas covered by the strategy.