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The Jordan News Agency — Petra — is the Kingdom’s official and sole news agency, and a trusted primary source of credible local news for media organizations. Petra stands out for its longstanding journalistic expertise and its extensive, nationwide coverage through a professional network of correspondents operating across all governorates.

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Our Vision

Our Vision

To be a pioneering national news agency, distinguished by its professionalism and editorial independence, and fully attuned to the demands of the modern media landscape.

Our Mission

Our Mission

To deliver reliable, balanced, and high-quality media content in accordance with the highest professional and ethical standards — content that reflects Jordan’s national values and conveys its message on the local, regional, and international stages.

Our Core Values

The core values of the Jordan News Agency represent added value that strengthens the agency's national role and professional mission. We are committed to a set of values that form our roadmap and fundamental pillar:

Social Responsibility

Social Responsibility

Initiative, Excellence and Innovation

Initiative, Excellence and Innovation

Combating Media Misinformation and Rumors

Combating Media Misinformation and Rumors

Championing Community Issues

Championing Community Issues

Respect for Rights and Duties

Respect for Rights and Duties

Public's Right to Know

Public's Right to Know

Teamwork Spirit

Teamwork Spirit

Commitment to Professional Standards

Commitment to Professional Standards

Jordanian National Identity

Jordanian National Identity

Strategic Plan 2026-2028

The Jordan News Agency's Strategic Plan (2026-2028) aligns with His Majesty's vision for media development and supports political, administrative, and economic modernization paths. Our strategic objectives and performance indicators drive system modernization, enhance efficiency, fulfill stakeholder expectations, optimize resource utilization, and respond to emerging challenges. Collaborative Approach: Developed by our distinguished team alongside representatives from public and private sector partners and service recipients, reflecting our commitment to participatory planning before implementation

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Live News Feed

WHO urges increased funding for health systems in low-income countries

03/11/2025 | 23:41:31

Three-year-old girl dies after being struck by vehicle in Jordan Valley

03/11/2025 | 22:27:01

FM joins ministerial meeting on Gaza in Istanbul

03/11/2025 | 22:19:02

Hassan meets Qatari Prime Minister in Doha

03/11/2025 | 20:39:30

Digital fabrication lab concludes innovative training programmes

03/11/2025 | 19:36:52

IFJ: 99 journalists, media workers killed in 2025 amid rising impunity

03/11/2025 | 19:14:45
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