Jordan 

Jordan Considers Measures To Lower Its Energy Bill

Burdened by a massive energy import bill of JD3.4bn ($4.8bn) in 2011, the Jordanian government is currently examining measures aimed at reducing its budget deficit. Prime Minister 'Awn al-Khasawna told visiting officials from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) earlier this month that the government has drawn up a plan to increase energy prices, which is ready for implementation. He explained that with the frequent...