by: Amani Jarrar – Philadelphia University | Rasha Istaiteyeh – Hashemite University
Introduction
Jordan, throughout its modern history, has dealt with large waves of refugees, making it one of the countries hosting the highest percentage of refugees relative to its population. The kingdom hosts around 1.3 million Syrian citizens, including more than 671,000 registered refugees with the United Nations. Only about 10% of these refugees live in refugee camps, while the rest are spread across local communities, leading to increasing negative repercussions amid the ongoing Syrian crisis. Jordan, under its Hashemite leadership, provided assistance to refugees based on deep-rooted humanitarian, moral, and national values. However, the kingdom emphasizes the necessity for the international community to play its role in addressing this unprecedented humanitarian crisis.
Jordan has faced significant challenges since the onset of the Syrian crisis in 2011, with its economy and social services under strain from the influx of refugees. As of 2024, nearly 3.5 billion euros in aid from the European Union has been directed toward Jordan, aiming to address immediate humanitarian needs and long-term developmental goals. Despite this support, Jordan is confronted with increasing pressure as the refugee population grows, and the international community’s commitment wanes.
https://www.returnmigration.eu/gapsblog/rethinking-the-future-of-syrian-refugees-in-jordan
