The Central Bank of Jordan recently announced a strategy to increase financial inclusion in the country during the years 2018 through 2020. The document calls for increased financial education, client protection and electronic payments. The plan targets groups including women, refugees and youth as well as small and medium-sized enterprises.
Sources and Additional Resources
Central Bank Announces National Strategy for Financial Inclusion
http://jordantimes.com/news/local/central-bank-announces-national-strategy-financial-inclusion
Remarks by H.E Dr. Ziad Fariz, Governor, Central Bank of Jordan for the Union of Arab Banks on Financial Inclusion
http://www.cbj.gov.jo/uploads/Financial_Inclusion_EN.pdf
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