Sources at the Jordanian Treasury Ministry estimated the value of the Jordan’s budget for 2002 at JD 2.23 billion ($3.24 billion). Nevertheless, this assessment excludes Jordan’s allowance from the Economic and Social Correction Scheme executed in cooperation with the World Bank, reported Al-Hayat . The special budget for this scheme is estimated at JD 300 million. — (menareport.com)
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