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Prime Minister confirmed government is committed to implementing all programs and projects approved in first cabinet session held in Irbid governorate.
​Prime Minister stated economic potential in Irbid is significant, noting work is ongoing in partnership with elected bodies and local actors in sectors of industry, information technology, agriculture, and tourism.
​Prime Minister highlighted health sector in Irbid is witnessing important development with opening of new Princess Basma Hospital. Added government will work as quickly as possible to open cancer treatment center in this hospital, similar to Samih Darwazah Center at Al-Bashir Hospital, in addition to linking hospital to ring road and rehabilitating old hospital as high-level clinics.
​Prime Minister announced Irbid will witness construction of 17 new model schools at cost of approximately 60 million dinars in coming years, including 9 schools within social responsibility project and remainder from budget.
​Prime Minister noted Umm Qais archaeological site is one of most important Jordanian tourist landmarks, especially for domestic tourism. Confirmed government is working to encourage domestic tourism through facilities provided by developing relevant legislation and regulations.
​Prime Minister emphasized work is continuing to develop health, educational, and tourism services in Irbid, with many important projects and programs to be implemented in these sectors.
​Prime Minister confirmed government has maintained normal economic course as much as possible, continuing in right direction and preserving positive economic indicators recently achieved despite regional challenges