Jordan to establish tourism development corporation

Jordan's tourism ministry is negotiating with the private sector to set up a tourism development corporation to enhance tourism sites and services across the kingdom, Jordan Times has reported. The proposed joint venture will be provided with JD3m in capital, including a contribution estimated at JD400,000 from the ministry. The company will develop services and infrastructure in specific tourist areas, mainly the Citadel, Salt, Umm Qais and desert castles in the Eastern Badia.