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Jordan’s new PM to address economic, political challenges

As Jaafar Hassan takes office, Jordan stands at a pivotal moment to urgently address the economic crisis at home and regional threats abroad.

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Raad Btoush
Press TV, Amman

Jordan’s monarch, Abdullah the Second, has appointed his chief-of-staff, Jaafar Hassan, as prime minister. The appointment comes after the Islamic Action Front secured major gains in the country’s parliamentary election. Hassan has yet to make consultations before forming a new cabinet.