Kingdom expands creative industries under EMV

AMMAN — Jordan has made significant strides in developing its creative industries sector as part of the Economic Modernisation Vision (2023–2025), according to the 2024 annual report.

Key achievements include the establishment of specialised centres for entrepreneurs, gaming, and e-sports, as well as initiatives to support innovation and business development, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported on Tuesday.

The report highlighted the opening of the first dedicated entrepreneurial support centre in the central region, a technology hub in Marka, Amman.

Also its preparations have been completed for two more specialised centres in the northern and southern regions, with site selection finalised and tender documents issued.

As part of efforts to foster entrepreneurship, 48 opportunities and challenges across various sectors have been published on the "StartupsJo" platform.

A communication strategy and an implementation plan have also been developed to attract at least 400 innovative ideas, with 100 selected for incubation and support through the prototype stage.

Also, 50 startups have been identified to receive tailored business development services.

The report also noted the completion of training programmes for 150 individuals in startups and training centres. In the gaming and e-sports sector, a specialised centre has been established and upgraded in Amman, while efforts are underway to finalise the location for another centre in Irbid.