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What is the average yearly increase in the number of registered vehicles in Jordan since 2015?
What is the average yearly increase in the number of registered vehicles in Jordan since 2015?
In 2019, how many road accidents in Jordan resulted in human casualties?
In 2019, how many road accidents in Jordan resulted in human casualties?
What was the annual rate of decrease in traffic fatalities per 10,000 vehicles in Jordan from 2015 to 2019?
What was the annual rate of decrease in traffic fatalities per 10,000 vehicles in Jordan from 2015 to 2019?
What is Jordan's ranking in the Logistics Performance Index (LPI) as of 2018?
What is Jordan's ranking in the Logistics Performance Index (LPI) as of 2018?
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How long does it take for border and documentary compliance for exporting from Jordan?
How long does it take for border and documentary compliance for exporting from Jordan?
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Which facility is NOT mentioned as a necessary part of border crossing facilities?
Which facility is NOT mentioned as a necessary part of border crossing facilities?
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What is one of the requirements for Jordan to become a regional transportation and logistics center?
What is one of the requirements for Jordan to become a regional transportation and logistics center?
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What aspect of the logistics industry is targeted for improvement through the implementation of intelligent transportation systems?
What aspect of the logistics industry is targeted for improvement through the implementation of intelligent transportation systems?
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Which of the following is NOT a priority for reducing costs in transportation?
Which of the following is NOT a priority for reducing costs in transportation?
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Which is considered a major obstacle to efficiency in the current shipping environment?
Which is considered a major obstacle to efficiency in the current shipping environment?
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What role does IT integration play in Jordan's logistics strategy?
What role does IT integration play in Jordan's logistics strategy?
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Which of the following initiatives aims to enhance the logistics industry's competitiveness?
Which of the following initiatives aims to enhance the logistics industry's competitiveness?
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What is one of the main benefits of creating a digital freight transportation platform?
What is one of the main benefits of creating a digital freight transportation platform?
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What is one of the anticipated outcomes of the trucking initiative in Jordan?
What is one of the anticipated outcomes of the trucking initiative in Jordan?
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Which factor is crucial for the success of the trucking initiative?
Which factor is crucial for the success of the trucking initiative?
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What key performance indicator will be tracked during the initial phase of the trucking initiative?
What key performance indicator will be tracked during the initial phase of the trucking initiative?
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How is the trucking initiative expected to impact the shipping costs and time?
How is the trucking initiative expected to impact the shipping costs and time?
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What role does MoDEE play in the trucking initiative?
What role does MoDEE play in the trucking initiative?
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What will the initiative provide to the government for better decision-making?
What will the initiative provide to the government for better decision-making?
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What type of transactions is the initiative designed to facilitate?
What type of transactions is the initiative designed to facilitate?
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What is an expected benefit of deploying an open-source digital platform in the trucking initiative?
What is an expected benefit of deploying an open-source digital platform in the trucking initiative?
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What is the primary goal of the initiative to exploit Jordan's geostrategic location?
What is the primary goal of the initiative to exploit Jordan's geostrategic location?
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Which of the following is an expected outcome of promoting low emission means of transportation?
Which of the following is an expected outcome of promoting low emission means of transportation?
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What is one of the expected outcomes of improving the regulatory framework for investors?
What is one of the expected outcomes of improving the regulatory framework for investors?
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Which of these outcomes is related to improving international accessibility and connectivity?
Which of these outcomes is related to improving international accessibility and connectivity?
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What focus does the initiative for low emission transportation emphasize?
What focus does the initiative for low emission transportation emphasize?
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Which initiative aims to provide better utilization of the available vehicle fleet?
Which initiative aims to provide better utilization of the available vehicle fleet?
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What is a key aspect of reducing the environmental impact of transport in Jordan?
What is a key aspect of reducing the environmental impact of transport in Jordan?
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What approach does the initiative focusing on improving the PPP regulatory framework take?
What approach does the initiative focusing on improving the PPP regulatory framework take?
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What is one expected outcome of the initiatives described for the transportation and logistics sector?
What is one expected outcome of the initiatives described for the transportation and logistics sector?
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What does the initiative to improve the regulatory framework aim to achieve?
What does the initiative to improve the regulatory framework aim to achieve?
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Which factor is essential for the success of the transportation initiatives?
Which factor is essential for the success of the transportation initiatives?
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What role do the key performance indicators (KPI's) serve in the initiatives?
What role do the key performance indicators (KPI's) serve in the initiatives?
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What could be a consequence of allowing the public sector to shoulder some risks in the PPP regulatory framework?
What could be a consequence of allowing the public sector to shoulder some risks in the PPP regulatory framework?
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Which ministry is involved in facilitating the transportation and logistics initiatives?
Which ministry is involved in facilitating the transportation and logistics initiatives?
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What is one of the objectives related to international transport agreements?
What is one of the objectives related to international transport agreements?
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What does improved security and accountability in transportation aim to achieve?
What does improved security and accountability in transportation aim to achieve?
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What is the main goal of the initiative aimed at increasing public transport mode share?
What is the main goal of the initiative aimed at increasing public transport mode share?
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Which role does the private sector play in the objective of increasing public transport accessibility?
Which role does the private sector play in the objective of increasing public transport accessibility?
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What outcome is expected from promoting low emission means of transportation?
What outcome is expected from promoting low emission means of transportation?
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What type of initiative is the promotion of low emission means of transportation classified as?
What type of initiative is the promotion of low emission means of transportation classified as?
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Which factor is considered essential for the success of increasing accessibility in public transport?
Which factor is considered essential for the success of increasing accessibility in public transport?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a success factor for promoting low emission transportation?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a success factor for promoting low emission transportation?
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What does the initiative focused on public transport aim to provide in terms of service delivery?
What does the initiative focused on public transport aim to provide in terms of service delivery?
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Which regulatory aspect is critical for the adoption of low-emission vehicles?
Which regulatory aspect is critical for the adoption of low-emission vehicles?
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Study Notes
Jordan Strategy Forum
- The Jordan Strategy Forum (JSF) is a non-profit organization representing Jordanian private sector companies.
- Members are active in corporate social responsibility (CSR) and promoting economic growth.
- The JSF promotes a strong Jordanian private sector, profitable and supportive of economic growth in Jordan.
Transportation & Logistics Sector
- The JSF's report analyses 14 sectors of the Jordanian economy.
- The report aims to assess challenges and create solutions.
- The report is based on focus group discussions and meetings.
- The report includes work from sector-specific work-stream managers.
Sector Trends and Forecasts
- Jordan should leverage its location between the Levant and GCC.
- Improved infrastructure and transportation technologies are important.
- The MoT aims to enhance urban mobility, regional integration, and road safety.
- The National Railway Project is targeted to improve connections.
- Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) modernizes public transport in Amman.
Performance of the Sector During the Past 5 Years & COVID-19 Impact
- The transport sector is vital for economic development (9% of Jordan's GDP).
- The sector employs 7.2% of the workforce.
- Increase in population and urbanization has put pressure on the current road network.
- COVID-19 affected transport services in Jordan.
- The economic impact is estimated at USD 57 per year including land (USD 44M) and aviation (USD 13M).
Stakeholders' Mapping for the Sector: Linkages & Overlaps
- Urban planning, energy, the environment, and the transportation sector are interconnected.
- Analyzing data and the relationships between sectors is important.
SWOT Analysis
- Strengths: a strategic transportation development strategy, positive impact on the GDP, and a strong workforce.
- Weaknesses: lack of implementation and monitoring of strategies, poor transport infrastructure, lack of dialogue between sectors and institutions, and limited investment.
- Opportunities: geographic location, international interest in the sector, and a capable technology sector.
- Threats: regional instability, inadequate financial and investment resources, difficulties in coordinating development strategies.
Strategic Objectives
- Enhance competitiveness of the Jordan logistics industry.
- Increase public transport use and accessibility.
- Reduce the sector's environmental impact.
- Improve international accessibility and connectivity of Jordan.
- Ensure a proper regulatory framework for the sector.
Initiatives (Projects)
- Objective 1 (Enhance competitiveness): Implementing intelligent transportation systems.
- Objective 2 (Increase public transport): Simplifying regulations for different modes of transport.
- Objective 3 (Reduce environmental impact): Favoring environmentally friendly transport.
- Objective 4 (Improve international accessibility): Leveraging Jordan's geostrategic location via infrastructure and investment.
- Objective 5 (Ensure proper and aligned policy and regulatory framework): Improving the PPP framework.
General Recommendations
- Shifting to sustainable transport with energy-efficient transport and zero-emissions vehicles.
- Improving inter-ministerial collaboration.
- Addressing weak/inconsistent planning and incentivizing policies.
- Prioritizing women and youth in public transport planning.
- Avoiding duplication of efforts and encouraging synergistic approaches to enhance logistics in Jordan.
Annex
- Objective 1: Enhancing the competitiveness of the sector through intelligent transportation systems, digitization, streamlined processes, and improved logistics.
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This quiz covers the analysis and findings of the Jordan Strategy Forum's report on the Transportation and Logistics sector in Jordan. It discusses key challenges, sector trends, and forecasts for economic growth and urban mobility. Test your knowledge on this vital sector that supports Jordan's economy.
