AMMAN — A recent public opinion poll conducted by the University of Jordan’s Centre for Strategic Studies revealed that 72 per cent of Jordanians believe the country is moving in the right direction, while 26 per cent think it is headed in the wrong direction.

 

The survey highlighted that unemployment and lack of job opportunities for youth remain the top concerns among Jordanians, cited by 49 per cent of respondents.

 

Economic reform and the improvement of public services, such as healthcare and education, were each identified as priorities by 11 per cent, while another 11 per cent pointed to the rising cost of living as their main concern.

 

In terms of recent government decisions, 58 per cent of respondents expressed support for the government’s move to dissolve municipal and governorate councils and appoint interim committees ahead of upcoming elections. Meanwhile, 29 per cent opposed the decision.

 

When asked about participation in the upcoming elections, 44 per cent said they would definitely vote, while 14 per cent said they were likely to participate. Conversely, 40 per cent indicated they were unlikely to vote.

 

Regarding the recent government decision to reduce taxes on passenger vehicles, 72 per cent of respondents said they were aware of the move. Of those, 52 per cent believed the decision serves the interests of citizens, while 24 per cent said it benefits the government.

 

A strong majority, 79 per cent, said the tax cut would encourage people to purchase new vehicles, while 16 per cent disagreed.

 

On national stability, 97 per cent of respondents described Jordan as secure, with 57 per cent calling it "very stable" and 40 per cent "generally stable." Only 2 per cent said they believe the country is unstable.

 

In contrast, 57 per cent said the broader region is politically unstable, including 10 per cent who described it as "very unstable." Meanwhile, 43 per cent viewed the region as stable, with 10 per cent saying it is "very stable."

 

On foreign affairs, 73 per cent of respondents said the Palestinian cause remains a top priority for the Arab world, especially in light of recent developments.

 

Regarding the Iran-Israel conflict, 70 per cent voiced support for the ceasefire reached between the two sides. Additionally, 58 per cent said the recent attacks had a negative impact on regional security, while 36 per cent believed the events had no significant effect.