Jordan ranks 99th globally in Human Development Index

Jordan has ranked 99th out of 193 countries in the 2025 Human Development Index (HDI), according to the latest quarterly report from the Executive Program for the Economic Modernization Vision (EMV) 2023–2025, Jordan News Agency (Petra) reported.

The Jordanian government introduced several initiatives aimed at boosting human development indicators, particularly in healthcare and education. In the healthcare sector, the government has implemented updated guidelines for healthcare providers, with a special focus on improving maternal and child health services at primary health centers. The goal is to enhance the quality of care for vulnerable populations.

Additionally, unified clinical protocols have been introduced for breast cancer management, while ongoing work is being done to revise guidelines for chronic disease management, including for conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and respiratory illnesses.

In education, the Ministry of Education has reviewed all programs related to sustainable development education, both those operated by the ministry and those managed by partner organizations. This effort aligns with Jordan’s national initiative for 2024, aimed at promoting sustainable education practices across the country.

The government has also received UNESCO approval to shift the responsibility of implementing a capacity-building project for local development directorates to the municipalities. Workshops have already been conducted to facilitate this transition, ensuring smooth implementation at the local level.

Moreover, ongoing efforts are focused on reviewing and refining the various sub-indicators that contribute to the HDI. These reviews are being carried out in collaboration with relevant agencies to ensure that the improvements made are both targeted and effective.