AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMedia Freedom in Focus: The EU Delegation to Jordan says independent, professional media isn’t a “luxury” but the “oxygen of democracy,” backing freedom of expression while flagging regulatory pressure, funding strain on small outlets, and safety risks for journalists—especially online. Community Media Network: Radio Al-Balad and AmmanNet are hosting a regional conference, “Independent Media… Strong Society,” and say they’ve earned Reporters Without Borders’ Journalism Trust Initiative certification again, citing their role in amplifying local voices and strengthening civic engagement. Jordan Skills Signal: A new Jordan labor-market report finds 53.3% of job ads now demand communication/language skills and 51.5% require digital skills, with digital platforms driving 69.4% of postings—an employment shift toward practical, tech-ready talent. AI for Sovereignty: A Jordan-focused piece argues the next AI advantage may come from efficient, lightweight systems—not just massive data centers—framing it as a path to digital sovereignty.
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