Jordan
| 2024 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranking | 72 / 98 | - |
| Original Score * As some Indicators can be skipped where data is unavailable, the maximum overall and Domain scores are not identical for each country. Country rankings are generated from ratios of the maximum scores and the achieved scores. | 106 / 396 | - |
May 2024
The Indicators have been classified by the stage of the influence process at which they occur. Some Indicators correspond to exposure to PRC influence, e.g. the presence of Confucius Institutes. Others test for pressure – such as visa denials to academics or journalists. Finally, some Indicators capture the effect of PRC influence, such as national policy changes in favor of PRC interests.
The individual Layer scores for each country are tallied and displayed via rankings.
Exposure * Exposure assesses the conditions that make the target country vulnerable to PRC‘s influence, e.g. in terms of economic dependence, or the receiving of some form of benefit. | 2024 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Ranking | 71 / 98 | - |
| Level of Score | 28 % | - |
Pressure * Pressure measures the actions that the PRC directly or indirectly exerts over the target country in order to change the behavior of people in the target country, e.g. in terms of threatening economic punishment to provoke/prevent a political decision. | 2024 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Ranking | 68 / 98 | - |
| Level of Score | 0 % | - |
Alignment * Alignment evaluates the degree of accommodations the target country makes to the PRC, and the actual policy changes and impacts on the target country. | 2024 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Ranking | 48 / 98 | - |
| Level of Score | 34 % | - |
In 2023, Jordan had a GDP per capita of US$4,482 and a total population of 11.35 million people.
Jordan established full diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China in 1977. Jordan was ranked 132nd in Reporters Without Borders‘ 2024 World Press Freedom Index, and rated Not Free in Freedom House‘s 2024 Global Freedom Index, with a score of 33/100.
Key Takeaways
- Jordan's economic ties with the PRC are evident through investments, infrastructure projects, and economic agreements, indicating its growing economic dependency.
- Cultural events, exchange projects, research partnerships, Confucius Institutes and funding from Chinese entities contribute to deepening cultural and educational ties between Jordan and China, fostering mutual understanding and cooperation in various fields.
- PRC-connected entities engage with local media, professional associations, and entertainment industries, influencing public discourse and shaping perceptions through cultural products and media dissemination, reflecting China's soft power strategy.
- While there are instances of political engagement between Jordan and the PRC, such as high-level meetings and diplomatic exchanges, direct political influence or interference by China in Jordanian affairs appears limited, indicating a primarily economic and cultural relationship.
Percentage scores do not suggest some degree out of a “completely influenced” level of 100%. The percentages express the country‘s score out of the total achievable amount based on the Indicators for each Domain.
Media
The Media Domain evaluates how PRC entities influence public debate and media coverage about the PRC in the Index country.
In my country, there are media organizations that belong to the World Chinese Media (世界华文媒体) network.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
62 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
20 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
7 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
4 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
According to the official website of the World Chinese Media Network, Jordanian media organizations are not members of the abovementioned network.
Supplementary Notes
News media is an important bridge for exchanges between countries, a bond for dialogue among civilizations, and enhancing mutual trust and friendship. I hope that Chinese and Jordanian media will positively contribute to deepening mutual understanding and friendship between our peoples, promote exchanges and cooperation in various fields, and make the common voices of developing countries better heard. (link: Link)
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, there are journalists or media organizations which are members of the Belt and Road Media Cooperation Alliance/Union, the Belt and Road News Alliance, or other Belt and Road media networks that connected to PRC (e.g. Belt and Road Media Community, Belt and Road Journalists Network, Belt and Road News Network, or B&R TV Networks).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
47 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
23 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
19 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
2 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Jordan Radio and Television Corporation is a member of the Belt and Road News Alliance. The other, two links are checked and Jordan isn't mentioned as a member.
- http://cn.brnn.com/414904/414908/index.html
- https://brnalink.com/members.html http://en.videochina.org.cn/2017/0417/4741.shtml
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, journalists, media organizations, or online influencers have participated in international travel organized by PRC state-owned media or PRC-connected entities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
4 countries chose this answer
0/ No
22 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
30 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
21 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
12 countries chose this answer
94 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link During a recent visit to Beijing, China, media delegations from Jordan visited Xinhua News Agency alongside other media delegates from Bahrain. Many important questions were raised during the meeting, including inquiries about how Chinese media collaborates with Arabic-speaking media and how China manages its image, especially in the eyes of Western media. Link 15.08.2023 - The tenth training session of the Chinese International Center for Media and Cultural Exchange 2023 was launched in Beijing, organized by the Chinese Association for Public Diplomacy, with the participation of 81 newspaper journalists from 69 countries around the world, including Jordan. He explained that the importance of inviting journalists from countries that do not have media headquarters or journalists residing in China comes through the active role in participating in this training program so that they can be trained and have the opportunity to visit some of the different Chinese provinces. Work on establishing the center began in 2014, and since that time they invited 429 journalists from 123 countries to participate in various events. The center provided foreign journalists with the materials and information through their real-life experiences. Afterwards they found that China Completely different from the stereotype that was painted of her. Link 13.08.2022-The training program includes field visits to the most important historical, cultural, and cultural landmarks in different provinces, cities, and regions in China, and the opportunity to cover the most important political and economic events during the training period, as well as giving lectures in various political and development fields to journalists and getting acquainted with the most important traditional arts and crafts, Chinese calligraphy and other activities. Arab journalists from Jordan will participate in the training course. Link General Director of Arab News at the Chinese News Agency (Xinhua), Shen Yong, stressed the agency's interest in expanding media cooperation with Arab countries. He said during a Jordanian press conference that visited China at the invitation of the Chinese government, that (Xinhua) was keen on comprehensive and diverse coverage, whether in Arab countries or in other countries.
- https://petra.gov.jo/Include/InnerPage.jsp?ID=259418&lang=ar&name=news
- https://blnews.net/2022/08/training_course_of_the_china_international_media_exchange_center_opens/
- https://arabic.cgtn.com/news/2023-08-15/1691407097334616065/index.html
- https://www.jordannews.jo/Section-36/Opinion/We-don-t-need-to-respond-to-your-stories-we-need-to-share-our-own-31634
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, there are journalists, media organizations or online influencers who have received trainings from PRC state-owned media or PRC-connected entities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
0/ No
50 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
16 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
6 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
17 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
9 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link 15.08.2023 - The tenth training session of the Chinese International Center for Media and Cultural Exchange 2023 was launched in Beijing, organized by the Chinese Association for Public Diplomacy, with the participation of 81 newspaper journalists from 69 countries around the world, including Jordan. Work on establishing the center began in 2014, and since that time they invited 429 journalists from 123 countries to participate in various events. The center provided foreign journalists with the materials and information through their real-life experiences. Afterwards they found that China Completely different from the stereotype that was painted of her. Link 09.08.2023 - The Jordan News Agency (Petra) is participating in a training course targeting press officers and journalists from Arab countries. The course is hosted by the Advanced International Education and Training Center of the China International Telecom Group and sponsored by the Chinese Ministry of Commerce. Link 13.08.2022 The training course of the China International Media Exchange Center kicked off in the Chinese capital, Beijing, Organized by the Chinese Society for Public Diplomacy. Arab journalists from Sudan, Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, and Oman will participate in the training course.
- https://blnews.net/2022/08/training_course_of_the_china_international_media_exchange_center_opens/
- https://www.petra.gov.jo/Include/InnerPage.jsp?ID=51841&lang=en&name=en_news
- https://arabic.cgtn.com/news/2023-08-15/1691407097334616065/index.html
Supplementary Notes
Link Amman, May 28 (Petra) -- A two-week training programme for Arab Journalists concluded in Beijing with the aim of boosting China's relations with the Arab world in the media field. Some 39 journalists from ten Arab countries, including 3 from Jordan, participated in the program, which started on May 10, and included seminars, discussions and field tours to acquaint the participants with China's development experiment. Representatives from Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates also attended a three-week "Seminar for Senior Media Staff in Arab Countries" at an unspecified date. Details about what actually happens during those seminars are scant. But pictures published by the Chinese ministry of commerce of a seminar on the "promotion of international cooperation," held last August for 43 officials from BRI countries, showed delegates attending a lecture by Chinese officials and receiving a "graduation certificate" at the end. Link China gave foreign countries and journalists seminars on how to restrict online speech and unflattering news reports. Representatives from Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates also attended a three-week "Seminar for Senior Media Staff in Arab Countries" at an unspecified date.
- https://www.thefreelibrary.com/China-organised+training+programme+for+Arab+Journalists+concludes-a0494820110
- https://www.businessinsider.com/china-taught-foreign-countries-journalists-how-to-restrict-speech-2018-11
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, PRC state media (including print, radio, and video) is broadcasted or distributed in a local language.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
0/ No
26 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
23 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
24 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
16 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link The Xinhua agency broadcasts its news around the clock, partly in 15 languages, in addition to 180 offices in various countries of the world with 12,000 employees, including Jordan. Link CGTN in Arabic. Link Xinhua in Arabic. Link China Today in Arabic.
- http://www.chinatoday.com.cn/ctarabic/
- https://arabic.news.cn/
- https://arabic.cgtn.com/home
- https://petra.gov.jo/Include/InnerPage.jsp?ID=259418&lang=ar&name=news
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, there are local media outlets wholly or majority owned by PRC-connected individuals or entities, or media owners who have significant business interests in the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
61 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
16 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
12 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
7 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
Link Here is the list of media outlets.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, media outlets have delivered content provided by PRC state-funded media, or under content-sharing agreements with PRC state-funded media.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
0/ No
25 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
25 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
8 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
23 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
17 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Jordan Times, airing information derived from China Daily and Xinhua
- https://www.jordannews.jo/AdvancedSearch
- http://www.jordantimes.com/search/site/china daily
- https://jordantimes.com/search/site/Xinhua
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, local newspapers, online news websites, content farms, or social media platforms receive economic support by regularly featuring advertisements from PRC-connected entities.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
58 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
12 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
9 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
12 countries chose this answer
95 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, there are journalists who have had pressure exerted on them by the PRC, including (but not limited to) public denunciation, revocation of journalist ID, denial of visa, lawsuits, or threat thereof.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
67 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
30 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, there are media organizations that describe relations with the PRC as based on friendship, brotherhood, or otherwise use emotive language that refers to the relationship in familial terms.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
41 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
14 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
6 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
16 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
20 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
Link 2021 - Du Zhanyuan, President of China International Communication Group (CICG), stressed that …. Both China and Jordan should …. focus on future friendship… Link 2020 - The Minister praised the distinguished bilateral relations between Jordan and China, which the leaderships of the two friendly countries were keen to support and strengthen, as China is considered an important partner and supporter in the development efforts in the Kingdom.
- https://www.jordantimes.com/news/business/first-china-jordan-friendship-dialogue-held-beijing
- https://petra.gov.jo/Include/InnerPage.jsp?ID=13015&lang=ar&name=economic_news
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, there are media personalities (including reporters, journalists or commentators) or celebrities who echo PRC talking points, such as denying the existence of or whitewashing human rights abuses (e.g. a media personality who rejects that there are re-education camps for Uyghurs in Xinjiang).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
60 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
17 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
12 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
5 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link Jordan Ambassador to China: As a Muslim, I am very proud of my presence here in China. We have visited many places where Islamic communities are located, and we have witnessed for ourselves the life and rituals that they practice in various regions. Respect for religion is a characteristic and an essential part of Chinese civilization and the Chinese people. Link An article was written by Jordanian journalists on the CGTN Arabic website, with the title: “Muslims in China...national brilliance, complete freedoms, and a state that respects their faith”. The article states that information provided by Western media about Muslim minority/Uyghurs living in China is a disinformation campaign against the PRC. Link Over 30 world-renowned Islam experts and scholars from 14 countries visited Urumqi, the capital of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region on January 8, at the invitation of the local government. The team of Islam experts and scholars also prayed together with local Muslims at the Xinjiang Islamic Institute, where the experts and scholars praised the local government's efforts in ensuring people's freedom of religion and belief.
- http://www.chinatoday.com.cn/ctarabic/2018/wmdslzdf/202204/t20220412_800281928.html
- https://arabic.cgtn.com/news/2023-08-19/1692782423241359361/index.html
- https://news.cgtn.com/news/2023-01-10/World-renowned-Islam-experts-and-scholars-visit-Urumqi-in-Xinjiang-1gttMDVY6eQ/index.html
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
Academia
The Academia Domain measures how the PRC state attempts to restrict academic freedom by influencing or interfering with the Index country‘s academic and educational activities.
In my country, universities have established research partnerships with PRC-connected entities. (e.g. Huawei, Tencent or Alibaba)
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
7 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
20 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
8 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
24 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
39 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
“[Salt, Jordan, October 24, 2019] Together with Huawei, Al Balqa’ Applied University(BAU) has officially launched the country’s first Huawei ICT Academy on the university campus in Salt City, with the presence of H.E Mr. Pan Weifang, the Ambassador of Chinese Embassy. Targeting to train more than 500 students per year in the latest technology such as Cloud Computing and AI, both parties are also planning to make the Academy into the regional training center in the future.” Link "The President of the German Jordanian University (GJU), Prof. Manar Fayyad, and the Head of the educational sector at Huawei in Jordan, Naser Abdel Nour, discussed cooperation between the two sides in areas of common interest." Link "Huawei signs a deal with Jordan University of Science and Technology to build on-campus cybersecurity, #AI & #5G academy to enhance students' digital skills & knowledge, driving the country’s vision of becoming a regional hub for ICT." Link "PSUT SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH HUAWEI TO CREATE ACADEMY SPECIALIZING IN CYBERSECURITY AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE" Link 2019 - "Jordan and China's telecommunication giant Huawei on Sunday signed an agreement to establish three academies in Jordan to enhance skills of young Jordanians in the field of technology." Link Al-Hourani Group and Huawei signed a cooperation agreement that aims at enhancing cooperation and knowledge exchange through benefiting from Huawei’s latest devices, hardware, and technology.The agreement also aims to organize training courses and providing support to students at Al-Ahliyya Amman University, one of the enterprises of the al-Hourani Group. It also aims to implement various Huawei programs in several areas. Link
- https://www.ammanu.edu.jo/news/cooperation-agreement-between-al-hourani-group-and-huawei/
- https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201904/07/WS5ca9fe67a3104842260b4bc4.html
- https://www.facebook.com/huawei/posts/10158840382725874
- https://psut.edu.jo/content/psut-signs-agreement-huawei-create-academy-specializing-cybersecurity-and-artificial
- https://e.huawei.com/ph/news/service/2019/first-huawei-ict-academy-in-Jordan
- http://www.gju.edu.jo/news/gju-discusses-ways-cooperation-huawei-11639
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, there are Confucius Institutes/Classrooms or other PRC-affiliated Chinese language centers based at universities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
0/ No
7 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
14 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
39 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
31 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
The partners of TAG-Confucius Institute Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global (TAG.Global) and Shenyang Normal University (SNU) have renewed a 10-year cooperation agreement. Link "Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Confucius Institute was established in September 2008 to promote the Chinese language and culture to reach a better mutual understanding between Arab and Chinese cultures...TAG-CI is the first official Chinese language teaching center in Jordan where Chinese lessons are conducted by professional teachers from the Shenyang Normal University in Shenyang." Link "Confucius Institute at Philadelphia University, Jordan, is located in Amman, the capital of the Hashimite Kingdom of Jordan, of which the host university and the Chinese partner university are respectively Philadelphia University, Jordan and Liaocheng University." Link
- https://taguci.edu.jo/News/en/key_news/4301.aspx
- https://tagconfucius.com/article/view/About%20Us
- https://www.philadelphia.edu.jo/centers/confucius/about.html
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
My country plans to include, or does include, Chinese as a foreign language in K-12 or primary education, and receives free or subsidized (e.g. offered below market price) educational books and teachers from the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
57 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
40 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, one or more think tanks and academic research centers belong to PRC-affiliated networks/associations (such as: the Silk Road Think Tank Association, Silk Road Think Tank Network [SiLKS], Belt and Road Studies Network, University Alliance of the Silk Road, University Consortium of the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 2 / 4 )
0/ No
46 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
22 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
19 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
2 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link Al-al-Bayt University, Jeraih University, Mutah University, Tafila Technical University, and Amman University are the members of University Alliance of the Silk Road Link The website is checked and the answer is NO. Link The website is checked and the answer is NO.
- http://uasr.xjtu.edu.cn/Members/Members.htm
- http://www.brsn.net/list/zhikujigou_en/index.html
- http://www.ucmsr.com/route
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, think tanks and academic research centers have received financial benefits from PRC-connected individuals or entities, such as through grants, donations, sponsored exchange programs, or fellowship programs at PRC institutions.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
7 countries chose this answer
0/ No
29 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
13 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
23 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
17 countries chose this answer
91 countries answered this indicator; 7 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, experts participate in PRC talent recruitment programs such as the Thousand Talents Program or Changjiang Scholars program.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
0/ No
53 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
18 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
12 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
10 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link Jordanian Talents won First Place at the Huawei ICT Competition Middle East 2022.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, scholars have taken trips to the PRC or to other countries organized or run by PRC-connected individuals or entities.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
6 countries chose this answer
0/ No
31 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
19 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
12 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
14 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
16 countries chose this answer
92 countries answered this indicator; 6 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, organized PRC-connected student groups, such as Chinese Students and Scholars Associations (CSSAs), are involved in attempts to censor staff or students (e.g. by harassing students protesting human rights abuses in the PRC, or formally complaining about the identification of Taiwan as a country in lecture slides).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
85 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
4 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
3 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, scholars or academics have been pressured after expressing opinions or producing scholarship that is critical of the PRC, including via visa denials for PRC travel, workplace censure, lawsuits, legal challenges, or threats thereof.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
86 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
0 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
5 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
2 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, PRC-connected entities have been involved in school or university curriculum design, such as courses about East Asian history, modern politics, etc.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
68 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
28 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, scholars have published articles that echo PRC talking points, such as denying the existence of or whitewashing human rights abuses (e.g. an academic who rejects that there are re-education camps for Uyghurs in Xinjiang).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
65 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
18 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
9 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
2 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
Supplementary note, as it is not an article published by Jordanian expert, it is an interview with him: Link 2020 - A Jordanian academic said that the so-called "Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act of 2020," which the United States recently signed, expresses the approach of only one country, calling for an end to Western fabrications that have become an "exhausted symphony" against the region. Supplementary note, because it’s not a published article by the Jordanian expert: Link 2021 - A Jordanian expert in Arab-Chinese relations said that the white paper issued by China on protecting the rights of all ethnic groups in Xinjiang provides the international community with a good opportunity to truly understand Xinjiang.
- http://arabic.peopledaily.com.cn/n3/2020/0623/c31660-9703183.html
- http://arabic.people.com.cn/n3/2021/0719/c31660-9874080.html
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
Economy
The Economy Domain measures the PRC‘s economic leverage in the Index country, and how this is used to influence economic policy or corporate behavior in ways that favor the PRC.
The PRC is my country's number one trading partner (for trade in goods only).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
62 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
36 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link Last year 2022, China became Jordan's second largest trading partner.
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PRC-connected entities own more than 25% of my country’s bilateral sovereign debt.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
5 countries chose this answer
0/ No
73 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
20 countries chose this answer
93 countries answered this indicator; 5 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link Jordan's National Government Debt reached 44.7 USD bn in Aug 2023. Link Chinese banks offered Jordan over $1.6 billion in loans to finance the plant in 2017. Link 2023 - Over the last decade, China has signed agreements for infrastructure projects in Jordan worth over $7 billion.
- https://www.ceicdata.com/en/indicator/jordan/national-government-debt
- https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/jordans-debt-to-china-soars-as-troubled-power-plant-sparks-concerns-about-beijings-influence
- https://www.newarab.com/analysis/how-jordan-stuck-billions-dollars-debt-china
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The PRC is the top customer for my country’s extractive industries.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
69 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
29 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link In 2021, Jordan exported $486M to China. The main products exported from Jordan to China were Phenol Derivatives ($157M), Potassic Fertilizers ($142M), and Other Inorganic Acids ($71.5M).
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In my country, PRC-related entities own, operate or substantially control critical infrastructure (e.g. ports, power plants, digital data centers, etc) or sensitive sectors (biotech, raw materials, etc.)
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
37 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
61 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
"At the 2015 China-Arab Expo, Jordan and China announced the signing of US$7 billion in investment agreements in what has been referred to as King Abdullah’s “Pivot to Asia”. Energy and transportation projects ruled the day, with the total package of agreements including a US$2.7 billion contract for the construction of a 900 MW shale-fired power plant and 1,000-megawatt renewable energy power plant, as well as a US$2.8 billion contract for a national railway network." Link "Attarat Power Company (“APCO”) announced that it has reached financial close for the USD 2.1 billion project to construct the first oil shale fired power station and open cast mine in Jordan...APCO is now owned 45% by YTL Power International of Malaysia, 45% by Guangdong Yudean Group Co. Limited of China, and 10% by Eesti Energia. The shareholders have committed to provide base shareholder funding of up to USD 528 million to fund the project." Link
- https://www.policyforum.net/jordans-pivot-to-china/
- https://www.energia.ee/en/uudised/avaleht/-/newsv2/2017/03/20/attarat-power-company-viis-lopule-jordaania-polevkivielektrijaama-rahastamise
Supplementary Notes
“SDIC Mining Investment of China is the biggest shareholder in Jordan’s Arab Potash Company, which had been a major state-owned entity until 2003.” Link
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My country joined (or applied to join) the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
29 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
69 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link Jordan – Regional member Since Dec 25, 2015
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In my country, major businesses are members of the Silk Road Chamber of International Commerce, or of the Belt and Road Industrial and Commercial Alliance, or of the Belt and Road General Chamber of Commerce.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
59 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
38 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Jordan Chamber of Commerce is a member of the Silk Road Chamber of International Commerce Link
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In my country, financial institutions use the China Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) clearing and settlement services system.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
66 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
30 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
According to CIPS website, there is a Jordan branch: Link
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My country has been the target of PRC economic coercion (e.g. trade/investment sanctions, boycotts) after the government, private companies, or NGOs made statements or introduced policies deemed unfavorable to the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
83 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
15 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
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My country has free-trade agreement(s) with the PRC (either bilateral or as part of regional agreement(s)) that primarily deals with trade in goods or services, including digital goods or services.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
58 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
40 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
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In my country, central or local governments have relaxed or removed regulatory restrictions, or have established special economic zones (or free trade zones, industrial parks, etc.) to attract investments or economic participation from the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
59 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
38 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Aqaba economic zone Link H.E. Chen Chuandong, Chinese Ambassador to Jordan, paid a visit to the Aqaba Special Economic Zone on January 24. The Ambassador said that he hoped ASEZA would continue to provide a favorable policy and commercial environment for Chinese businesses and investors. Link
- https://www.oboreurope.com/en/neom-and-the-bri/
- http://jo.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/dtxw/202201/t20220127_10635272.htm
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My country has undergone a default or restructuring of a public debt arrangement with PRC-affiliated financial entities, which may have involved the transfer of my country's land or infrastructure in exchange for debt forgiveness.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
94 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
4 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
There is no new evidence.
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Society
The Society Domain measures the extent and effectiveness of the PRC‘s efforts to advance its soft power in the Index country, including its influence over the actions and views of local organizations and citizens.
In my country, there are local groups or organizations with words like “Promotion of Peaceful Reunification” in their name, and they regularly publicize their views on Taiwan, Hong Kong, Tibet and Xinjiang issues.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
44 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
24 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
15 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
8 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
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In my country, there are members and member organizations of United World Chinese Association (世界华人协会).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
75 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
22 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link The website is checked; no new evidence.
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In my country, labor unions have engaged with the All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU) through exchanges or official visits, received material or financial donations, or participated in training sessions offered by the ACFTU on subjects like collective bargaining.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
74 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
22 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
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In my country, there are Chinese diaspora community events and activities (e.g. Lunar New Year events, Dragon Boat Festival tournaments, etc) hosted or sponsored by organizations or personnel linked to the UFWD, or by PRC diplomats.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
26 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
25 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
8 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
27 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
12 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
“Cultural events, such as the Chinese Culture Week, the first Chinese Film Week and the performances by Jilin Art Troupe for Jordanian audience from all walks of life and the local Chinese community were successfully staged in Amman, capital of Jordan.” Link
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In my country, there are PRC-connected professional associations, such as the All-China Journalists Association (中华全国新闻工作者协会), China Artists Association (中国艺术家协会), China Writers Association (中国作家协会) or All-China Women Federation (全国妇联), that are closely engaged with their local counterparts through exchanges or official visits, providing material or financial donations, or hosting training sessions.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
34 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
26 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
11 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
13 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
12 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
2018 - "A media delegation led by All-China Journalists Association (ACJA) Secretary-General Pan Gang, Thursday, visited the Jordan News Agency (Petra), to explore prospects of cooperation and get a first-hand look at news services that Petra provides." Link "AMMAN – HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, Chairman of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org), received the All-China Journalists Association (ACJA) and members of the Jordanian Press Association to discuss the role of media in developing Chinese relations on an economic, cultural and educational level." Link 2017 – “Amman, capital of Jordan, ushered in the "Second Sino-Jordan Silk Road Literature Seminar" on Oct 14. Pan Weifang, Chinese ambassador to Jordan, together with the chairman of Jordan Writers Association, a delegation of Chinese writers and nearly 50 literary celebrities attended the seminar.” Link "The Jordanian National Commission for Women (JNCW) on Thursday received a contribution of computer and electronic equipment from the All-China Women's Federation." Link
- https://www.thefreelibrary.com/All-China+Journalists+Association+delegation+visits+Petra-a0557778880
- https://tagiti.com/en/article/page/abu-ghazaleh-meets-with-all-china-journalists-association-to-discuss-promoting-relations-with-china
- https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/culture/2017-10/18/content_33412998.htm
- http://jo.chineseembassy.org/eng/dtxw/200503/t20050313_1967908.htm
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In my country, PRC-connected individuals or entities donate money or provide other types of support to religious communities and charities.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
49 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
47 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
Link 2017 - The Chinese embassy in Jordan on Saturday took part in one of the biggest annual charity bazaars in Amman, the revenues of which will be donated to help orphans. Link The Chinese embassy in Amman on Saturday provided 36 computers to the World Islamic Sciences and Education University of Jordan as part of a cooperation agreement between the two sides. The university officials voiced appreciation to China and its support to the university, which was created in 2008 and focuses on teaching Islamic studies and sciences.
- http://www.xinhuanet.com//english/2017-10/08/c_136663947.htm
- http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2017-11/19/c_136762865.htm
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In my country, the PRC government or PRC-connected entities distribute entertainment products (including: drama and TV shows) or related hardwares (e.g. OTT streaming players hosting PRC media channels) freely or at a cheap price.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
39 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
30 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
13 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
7 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
Link Jordanians flocked to watch a Chinese action movie which marked the start of a week-long Chinese Film Week in Jordan's capital Amman. "This is a very good idea of holding a Chinese film week as we are used to watching Hollywood movies mainly," Adel Hatem, one of the audiences, told Xinhua. "I enjoyed watching the Chinese movie today and I will tell my friends about this interesting experience," he added. Deema Dahleh said after watching the movie that "when we watch the Chinese movies, we get to know more about Chinese culture and how to cope with Chinese people we meet in our lives as friends or colleagues."
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In my country, PRC-connected entities are the main shareholders or developers of the top five popular social media/messaging apps, based on their usage.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
34 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
64 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link 2023 - TikTok, a popular social media app, has been blocked in Jordan for more than eight months now, due to concerns about harmful material and user misconduct.
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In my country, there are cultural events, cultural exchange projects, or cultural organizations that are funded by or receive funding from PRC-connected entities, including in sports.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
15 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
26 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
10 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
25 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
20 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link China Cultural Center showcases Sichuan cuisine to mark Mid-Autumn Festival in Jordan Link Celebrating the 2023 Chinese New Year of the Rabbit, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Confucius Institute (TAG-CI) and China Cultural Center in Amman have jointly held a Chinese Cultural Day at Mashreq International School on February 2nd, 2023
- https://english.news.cn/20230929/2943306258ba40e082adcc3b3a016519/c.html
- https://media.tagorg.com/news.aspx?id=36861&group_key=news&lang=en
Supplementary Notes
Link China to open cultural center in Jordan -2018
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In my country, gamers, gaming communities, or game developers/publishers have been involved in freedom of speech controversies related to the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
93 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
0 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
0 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
1 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
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In my country, polling data or opinion surveys indicate that a majority of citizens hold favorable views toward the PRC government.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
8 countries chose this answer
0/ No
52 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
38 countries chose this answer
90 countries answered this indicator; 8 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link 2023 - Jordanians share similar views on China to those of their regional counterparts—a majority (65%) of Jordanians consider China an economic partner. China scores well below its competitors —the U.S. and Russia— on other fronts, as only 18% of Jordanians perceive China as a friend of their country while 10% view China as a security partner. Link In a 2021 public opinion survey, 70% of Jordanians surveyed said they would like China to play a “much larger role” or “a larger role to some extent” in the region.
- https://www.washingtoninstitute.org/policy-analysis/new-public-opinion-poll-jordanians-favor-de-escalation-region-sentiment-against
- https://www.newarab.com/analysis/how-jordan-stuck-billions-dollars-debt-china
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Military
The Military Domain gauges the bilateral military relationship between the PRC and the Index country, including PRC efforts to influence local military personnel.
My country currently imports (or receives in-kind donation of) military or law-enforcement equipment or components of equipment from the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
42 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
56 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link China Sells Bad Military Equipment to Good Friends (Jordan is mentioned among them) Link International military education training (IMET) exchanges, joint training, military equipment, and defense industry cooperation. In the case of Jordan, such investments could include Jordan’s purchase of certain types of Chinese military technology as well as large infrastructure projects that could increase Jordan’s debt to China, such as the Attarat project.
- https://dialogo-americas.com/articles/china-sells-bad-military-equipment-to-good-friends/
- https://www.stimson.org/2022/jordan-chinese-relations-taking-stock-of-bilateral-relations-at-45-years/
Supplementary Notes
Link The link indicates that China has sold military drones to Jordan. Link A military cooperation agreement was signed between the JAF and the Chinese army, stipulating a 30 million Chinese Yuan (an equivalent of around $4.7 million) grant to provide the JAF with military equipment. Link
- https://ecfr.eu/publication/china_great_game_middle_east/
- https://ecfr.eu/publication/china_great_game_middle_east/
- http://www.jordantimes.com/news/local/jordan-china-sign-military-cooperation-deal
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My country’s government has participated in one or more multilateral security dialogues organized by the PRC (e.g. China-Africa Peace and Security Forum; the Conference on Interaction & Confidence Building Measures in Asia).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
56 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
42 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link Jordan is a member state of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia.
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My country co-develops or co-produces military or law-enforcement equipment with the PRC (including arrangements where PLA-affiliated professionals work in domestic labs researching dual-use technologies).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
79 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
19 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
"In addition to expanding the Saudi fleet, the new facility can operate as a hub for manufacturing and servicing for other CH-4 operators in the Middle East, including Egypt, Iraq and Jordan." Link Link This then came around the same time as the Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF) accepted a Chinese grant of around $4.7 million to purchase Chinese military equipment Link
- https://www.defensenews.com/air/2017/03/28/china-to-open-a-drone-factory-in-saudi-arabia/
- https://thediplomat.com/2021/06/the-middle-east-an-emerging-market-for-chinese-arms-exports/
- https://encyclopediageopolitica.com/2020/09/23/chinas-ambitions-in-the-kingdom-of-jordan/
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In my country, there are reports that the PRC has expressed intentions or has taken actions to establish bases.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
84 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
13 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
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In my country, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has participated in a humanitarian relief/disaster assistance (HADR) effort.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
82 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
15 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
Link - Jordan receives a second batch of Sinopharm vaccine donated by China In 2013, China provided humanitarian assistance to Jordan to help with the Syrian refugees in Jordan. Link “The People’s Republic of China has contributed USD 200,000 to IOM’s operation to provide medical aid and transport from the border to Za’atari refugee camp. IOM has worked closely with the Jordanian Armed Forces at the border to provide medical screening and buses to transport over 100,000 new arrivals to the camp, since the site opened on July 29th 2012. Za’atari now houses over 60,000 people.” Link As of September 2021, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) had delivered medical supplies and aid to at least 52 countries. The following month, stage III trials of both Sinopharm and Sinovac vaccines kicked off in five countries (Bahrain, Brazil, Egypt, Jordan, and the UAE). Link
- http://jo.china-embassy.gov.cn/ara/dtxw/202111/t20211105_10444488.htm
- https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/wjb_663304/zzjg_663340/xybfs_663590/gjlb_663594/2833_663656/
- https://www.iom.int/news/china-backs-iom-jordan-aid-syrian-refugees
- https://chinapower.csis.org/china-covid-medical-vaccine-diplomacy/
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In my country, People’s Liberation Army (PLA) military personnel are permanently or rotationally deployed (excluding defense attaches and peacekeepers).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
91 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
6 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
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In my country, military professionals have participated in military education or training programs provided by the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
55 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
41 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
Defence Attaché Col. Li Pengfei said that the Jordanian-Chinese military relationship is an important part of the strategic partnership between the two countries, especially in terms of joint personnel education. Link
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In my country, senior military or civilian defense leaders have participated in bilateral meetings with PLA officers at or above the one-star rank.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
54 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
1 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
2 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
35 countries chose this answer
95 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
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In my country, high-ranking retired or current military and/or intelligence officers have received direct or deferred benefits from PRC-connected individuals or entities openly or covertly (e.g. have been appointed to lucrative positions as board members or consultants with PRC-invested firms, casinos, energy companies, etc.) during or in retirement from public service.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
8 countries chose this answer
0/ No
80 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
10 countries chose this answer
90 countries answered this indicator; 8 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
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In my country, high-ranking retired or current military and/or intelligence officials publicly advocate for friendly foreign policy or military cooperation with the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
4 countries chose this answer
0/ No
67 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
27 countries chose this answer
94 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
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My country cooperates with the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) on military exchange exercises, including drills and war games.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
66 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
32 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
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Law Enforcement
The Law Enforcement Domain measures law enforcement cooperation between the PRC and the Index country, as well as the nature and extent of PRC-related criminal activity in the Index country.
My country currently maintains an extradition treaty, legal mutual assistance or other similar arrangements with the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
32 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
66 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
The discussions went over the terms of a draft memorandum of understanding on judicial and legal cooperation between the Jordanian Public Prosecution and the Chinese Supreme People's Procuratorate. Link
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In my country, law enforcement authorities have signed cooperation agreements with the PRC on combating terrorism.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
62 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
35 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
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In my country, PRC-connected gangs (such as Triad, 三合会) are known to be operating in my country.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
59 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
37 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, security services (安保/保安) offered by private PRC companies are contracted by national or subnational governments.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
83 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
6 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
1 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
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In my country, law enforcement and judicial-related training offered by PRC-connected individuals or entities have been accepted by national or subnational governments.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
59 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
8 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
6 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
16 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
8 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, organized local criminal groups are known to have threatened or used violence to coerce, intimidate, or punish individuals critical of the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
89 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
0 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
2 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
2 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, there are reports of cyber attacks targeting government, critical infrastructure, or enterprises that were suspected to be initiated from the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
50 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
45 countries chose this answer
95 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, PRC-connected individuals or entities have established extra-legal physical premises from which to surveil or detain members of the Chinese diaspora (e.g. overseas police service stations).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
5 countries chose this answer
0/ No
68 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
25 countries chose this answer
93 countries answered this indicator; 5 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
My government has arbitrarily detained people at the behest of the PRC, such as those who engage in political activism or those who are members of minority groups.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
86 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
12 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
My country has extradited or deported individuals to the PRC despite criticism from politicians, government employees, or NGOs.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
84 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
14 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
My country has deployed video or internet surveillance systems from the PRC for law enforcement.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
4 countries chose this answer
0/ No
34 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
60 countries chose this answer
94 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
Technology
The Technology Domain gauges the PRC‘s influence over the technology sector in the Index country, including the activity and financial leverage of PRC companies, use of PRC hardware, and bilateral research partnerships.
In my country, PRC-connected entities (such as China Mobile, China Unicom or China Telecom) or their subsidiaries provide telecom services.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
61 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
36 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
Link Its three telecom operators — Zain Jordan, Orange Jordan, and Umniah — have done an excellent job in serving the telecom market and providing industry-leading solutions and services, both B2B and B2C, to the residents of the Kingdom.
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In my country, telecoms have signed agreements to adopt hardwares or technical specifications of 4G or 5G cellular networks that are produced or developed by Huawei, ZTE or other PRC enterprises.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
17 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
34 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
32 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link Huawei also provided the backbone for Jordan’s 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. Link "Orange inks deal with Huawei for June 4G launch"
- https://thehill.com/opinion/technology/3966479-jordans-retreat-from-china-on-5g-could-signal-a-growing-distance/
- https://www.commsupdate.com/articles/2015/03/26/orange-inks-deal-with-huawei-for-june-4g-launch/
Supplementary Notes
Link As per sources familiar with the updates of 5G launch project launch in Jordan, the government will very soon secretly order Jordanian telecom operators to restrict Chinese companies from participating in the project aimed at building 5G networks in the Kingdom, as a result of surging US pressure from intelligence agency. The government also plans to rip-and-replace the existing core network and wireless equipment provided by Chinese vendors in 3 years. Jordan plans to ‘secretly restrict’ Chinese firms from 5G bidding Link Jordan acted in collusion with US to kick out Chinese enterprises from 5G deployment - Link
- https://www.tahawultech.com/industry/jordan-government-will-secretly-restrict-chinese-companies-from-5g/
- https://dailytimes.com.pk/1061577/jordan-plans-to-secretly-restrict-chinese-firms-from-5g-bidding/
- https://dailytimes.com.pk/1078267/jordan-acted-in-collusion-with-us-to-kick-out-chinese-enterprises-from-5g-deployment/
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In my country, internet service providers have signed agreements to adopt hardware or technical specifications for Wi-Fi or fiber optic/broadband networks that are produced or developed by PRC enterprises.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
Skipped
7 countries chose this answer
0/ No
24 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
6 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
30 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
24 countries chose this answer
91 countries answered this indicator; 7 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
2021 - "Huawei on Wednesday announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jordan Advanced Fiber Company (FiberTech), the provider of fiber communication services." Link
Supplementary Notes
Huawei has a big stake in the Jordanian telecom market share, and the restrictions on its equipment could implicate a huge blow to the sector’s growth and the wider ICT ecosystem. Jordan was one of the first Arab countries to support ICT as a standalone economic sector, and currently, the Economic Modernization Vision has ICT and advanced technologies as its key pillars. Link
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, PRC-connected entities are authorized to supply tech-related equipment for critical infrastructure (such as airports, public transport, government IT networks, ports etc.).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
21 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
75 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
Link As per sources familiar with the updates of 5G launch project launch in Jordan, the government will very soon secretly order Jordanian telecom operators to restrict Chinese companies from participating in the project aimed at building 5G networks in the Kingdom, as a result of surging US pressure from intelligence agency. The government also plans to rip-and-replace the existing core network and wireless equipment provided by Chinese vendors in 3 years.
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In my country, the central or local government has signed agreements to adopt biometric surveillance technology (such as facial, voice, DNA or gait recognition) produced by PRC-connected entities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
54 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
15 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
10 countries chose this answer
95 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Jordan's House of Parliament has had its surveillance cameras replaced with a Hikvision CCTV surveillance system. The new Hikvision system includes more than 100 cameras to monitor all parts of the house and its grounds. Link
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In my country, one or more cities have procured, or have signed contracts with PRC-connected entities to establish “smart city systems.”
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
48 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
18 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
20 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
6 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
There was no evidence.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
My country is directly served by a subsea or land-based major fiber optic internet cable built by a PRC-connected entity, or has greenlit plans for one to be built in the future.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
62 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
36 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, PRC-affiliated venture capital, financial firms or PRC government entities invest in local technology start-ups.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
Skipped
4 countries chose this answer
0/ No
43 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
12 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
12 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
14 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
13 countries chose this answer
94 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
“Over 100 developers and startups attend HUAWEI developer day in Jordan.” Link Huawei launched cloud services in Jordan and announced the establishment of a program to support small- and medium-sized startups through advanced cloud services and communication platforms in partnership with international investors. Link
- https://mystartupworld.com/over-100-developers-and-startups-attend-huawei-developer-day-in-jordan/
- https://petra.gov.jo/Include/InnerPage.jsp?ID=45401&lang=ar&name=en_news
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
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In my country, companies have publicly announced that they had signed MOUs to collaborate on technological development (such as collaborations in A.I., Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Big Data) with PRC-connected entities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
0/ No
38 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
20 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
18 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
17 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link Huawei on Wednesday announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jordan Advanced Fiber Company (FiberTech), the provider of fiber communication services. The MoU aims to enhance the infrastructure and operational efficiency of FiberTech network, which will positively reflect on the company's services in the Jordanian market.
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
My country has signed space cooperation agreements or memorandums of understanding, or formed space cooperation mechanisms with PRC-connected entities.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
62 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
35 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, the central or local government(s) has collaborated with the PRC on endorsing the use of the BeiDou satellite navigation system.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
69 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
28 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link After June 2014, when President Xi proposed the Beidou Navigation Satellite system to land in Arab countries as soon as possible, the governments in the Arab world gave a positive response. For example, in October 2014, a delegation of 14 diplomats including Abdullah Al-Saadi, the head of the Arab Diplomatic Corps in China and Omani Ambassador to China, Jordanian Ambassador Yahia Qarrally, and other Arab representatives visited Qinhuangdao “Beidou Digital Building an “Outer Space Silk Road”: China’s Beidou Navigation Satellite System in the Arab World 29 Valley-Digital City” technology exhibition projects and held preliminary discussions on the trajectory of Beidou system in the Arab countries.
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Domestic Politics
The Domestic Politics Domain evaluates PRC efforts to influence the political landscape in the Index country, and the footprint of PRC security companies.
In my country, politicians or government employees at the sub-national level are signing agreements with the PRC government or state-owned enterprises.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
27 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
14 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
10 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
19 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
27 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link Minister of Public Works and Housing Yahya Kisbi and China First Highway Regional Director for the Middle East Liu Kai on Wednesday signed an agreement to implement an expansion and rehabilitation project for Al Salt/Al Ardah Road.
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In my country, local municipalities or provinces have sister-city or sister-province ties (友好城市) with municipalities or provinces in the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
6 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
17 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
21 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
18 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
36 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Aqaba, Jordan – Ürümqi, China; Irbid, Jordan - Zhengzhou, China; Link Amman, Jordan – Beijing, China Link Irbid, Jordan - Cheung Chau, China Link Beijing-Amman, Zhengzhou-Irbid Link
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_twin_towns_and_sister_cities_in_Jordan
- http://en.sistercity.info/sister-cities/Amman.html
- http://en.sistercity.info/sister-cities/Irbid.html
- http://en.sistercity.info/sister-cities/Beijing.html
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In my country, politicians or government employees have taken trips to the PRC paid for by PRC-connected individuals or entities.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
6 countries chose this answer
0/ No
47 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
12 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
17 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
11 countries chose this answer
92 countries answered this indicator; 6 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, politicians or government employees at the local (non-national) level visit the PRC and meet with PRC officials and think tanks.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
34 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
13 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
17 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
25 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
In 2013 – “In early September, Manar M. Dabbas, Director of the Political Affairs Directorate at the Royal Court, and Samer I. Asfour, Director of Economic and Social Department at the Royal Court, visited China to make preparations for King Abdullah II's visit. To implement the agreement reached by leaders of the two countries on developing bilateral relations, Vice Commerce Minister Li Jinzao led a government trade delegation to Jordan in November. In December, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriate Affairs Joudeh led a delegation to China… Jordanian Tourism Minister Ibrahim Saif and the president of a Jordanian journalist association Tarek Muhammad, among others, visited or attended conferences in China.” Link 2013 – “King Abdullah II touring the Huawei research center, Shanghai’s Jinqiao economic zone, and the first China-Arab States Expo in Ningxia.” Link On July 10, 2018, State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met in Beijing with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi of Jordan who was in China for the 8th Ministerial Meeting of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum (CASCF). Ayman Safadi noted Jordan stands ready to intensify coordination with China and work hard to well hold the next Ministerial Meeting. Jordan regards China as a major country with great influence in the world and always attaches importance to developing its relations with China. Jordan will continue to adhere to the one-China principle and support China's efforts in safeguarding its core interests. Link China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region and the Chinese embassy in Jordan held a video conference on Wednesday to show guests of Jordan the region's social and economic development. The guests included representatives of the Jordanian Foreign Ministry, think tanks, media, and university teachers and students. Link
- https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/wjb_663304/zzjg_663340/xybfs_663590/gjlb_663594/2833_663656/
- https://www.theatlantic.com/china/archive/2013/09/jordan-chinas-gateway-to-the-middle-east/279988/
- https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/eng/gjhdq_665435/2675_665437/2833_663656/2835_663660/201807/t20180712_533384.html
- http://en.people.cn/n3/2022/0630/c90000-10117295.html
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Representatives of a political party in my country’s national legislature have been invited to visit the PRC or attended events hosted by the International Department of the Chinese Communist Party (中共中央对外联络部), including World Political Parties Summits, CPC in Dialogue with World Political Parties High-Level Meetings, BRICS Political Parties Dialogues, Think Tanks and Civil Society Organizations Fora, etc.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
30 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
20 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
20 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
18 countries chose this answer
95 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, there are reports of politicians or political parties receiving campaign finance or significant in-kind donations from PRC-connected entities or individuals.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
79 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
1 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
7 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
6 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, groups with reported links to the United Front Work Department (UFWD) have hosted fundraisings or have provided other forms of support for government employees, politicians or parties.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
79 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
7 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
6 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
PRC officials or PRC state media have criticized, harassed, or threatened local politicians, local government officials, or political parties in my country due to their activities, statements or policy advocacy.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
72 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
9 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
7 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, politicians or government employees have publicly echoed PRC talking points (e.g. denying PRC human rights issues, arguing that the PRC’s one-party political system could be beneficial for my country’s economic growth).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
31 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
15 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
6 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
25 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
20 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
“Jordanian Minister of Health Firas Hawari expressed his appreciation to the Chinese government for the generous donation and support provided to Jordan in various fields, especially in fighting the pandemic, adding that this donation will contribute to Jordan's national campaign of vaccination against the coronavirus.” Link Link Ayman Safadi noted Jordan stands ready to intensify coordination with China and work hard to well hold the next Ministerial Meeting. Jordan regards China as a major country with great influence in the world and always attaches importance to developing its relations with China. Jordan will continue to adhere to the one-China principle and support China's efforts in safeguarding its core interests. Link Under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC), all the Chinese people are racing against time to realize the best future for the Chinese people and even for all humanity, Faraj Itmeiza, Secretary General of Jordan's Communist Party, has told Xinhua, revealing the "magic code" for the country's great success. Link Interview: Jordan to learn much from collaborations with China in varied fields: Jordanian Queen
- http://www.news.cn/english/2021-11/05/c_1310291021.htm
- https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/eng/gjhdq_665435/2675_665437/2833_663656/2835_663660/201807/t20180712_533384.html
- http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2021-05/06/c_139928196.htm
- http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2018-09/04/c_137444195.htm
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In my country, politicians or government employees have received direct or deferred benefits from PRC-connected individuals or entities openly or covertly (e.g. have been appointed to lucrative positions as board members or consultants with PRC-invested firms, casinos, energy companies, etc.) during or in retirement from public office.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
57 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
6 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
21 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
8 countries chose this answer
95 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
In my country, officials, political parties, and political elites try to suppress criticism of the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
6 countries chose this answer
0/ No
72 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
10 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
3 countries chose this answer
92 countries answered this indicator; 6 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
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Foreign Policy
The Foreign Policy Domain gauges PRC efforts to achieve diplomatic objectives by influencing key actors in the Index country.
My country’s legislature has a joint parliamentary friendship group, committee or other forms of sub-organizations with the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
24 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
72 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link Jordan-China Friendship Committee of the Senate, Jordan-China Cultural Cooperation Committee Link Jordanian-Chinese Friendship Committee on the website of the Jordanian Senate.
- https://tagconfucius.com/article/view/Directors-of-TAG-Confucius-Institute-Attend-National-Day-Reception-Held-by-Chinese-Embassy-in-Jordan
- https://senate.jo/ar/content/%D9%84%D8%AC%D9%86%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B5%D8%AF%D8%A7%D9%82%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86%D9%8A%D8%A9-%E2%80%93-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B5%D9%8A%D9%86%D9%8A%D8%A9
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
My country receives foreign aid or significant in-kind donations from the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
0/ No
37 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
16 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
32 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link 2021 - Jordan receives 2nd batch of China-donated Sinopharm vaccines. Link 2021 - Jordan receives China-donated Sinopharm vaccines.
- http://www.news.cn/english/2021-11/05/c_1310291021.htm
- http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2021-04/26/c_139907466.htm
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
The PRC provides training to diplomats or civil servants on governance from my country (such as at 国家行政学院 or 中央党校).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
50 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
13 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
13 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
14 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by Aksana Akhmedova
Citizens of my country have been detained in the PRC or denied exit for political reasons, a.k.a. “hostage diplomacy.”
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
81 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
17 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
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In my country, politicians or government officials participate in events or projects affiliated with the China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development (CCICED, 中国环境与发展国际合作委员会).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
4 countries chose this answer
0/ No
69 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
25 countries chose this answer
94 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
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My country has signed an agreement with the PRC to classify their diplomatic relationship as a "Strategic Partnership" or beyond.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
25 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
73 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link 2015 - Chinese President Xi Jinping and Jordanian King Abdullah II Bin Al-Hussein have signed a joint statement on the establishment of a strategic partnership between the two countries.
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My country unquestionably uses PRC’s "One China Principle" which articulates that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China, rather than my country's own "One China Policy."
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
29 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
66 countries chose this answer
95 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link 2022 - Over the past 45 years, Jordan has firmly adhered to the one-China principle and supported China's position on the Taiwan question, which China highly appreciates. (Ambassador Chen Chuandong Speaks to Jordan News)
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My government has supported, remained silent about, or opposed the PRC's territorial claims (such as on the South China Sea arbitration ruling issued by the UNCLOS Arbitral Tribunal in July 2016); except claims over Taiwan, which are indirectly covered in indicator 7.
2024
Support
0/ My country has rejected PRC‘s claim
21 countries chose this answer
2/ My country has remained silent
60 countries chose this answer
4/ My country has adhered to PRC‘s claim
17 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link The 71 countries that publicly support China’s position over the South China Sea dispute, with the dates of when that support was declared, stated, published, or released by diplomatic documents, talking points, or the media. Note that some countries made many statements; we have selected only one per country. The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Doha Declaration 05/12/2016*
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My government has supported, remained silent about, or opposed the PRC's treatment, governance, or policy towards the Uyghur population in Xinjiang.
2024
Support
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ My country has rejected PRC‘s claim
30 countries chose this answer
2/ My country has remained silent
36 countries chose this answer
4/ My country has adhered to PRC‘s claim
31 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link China appreciates the firm support provided by the Jordanian side on issues concerning China's core interests, especially the support for China's principled stand and legitimate rights and interests on such internal affairs as those of Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Xinjiang, Wang said.
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My government has supported, remained silent about, or opposed the PRC's treatment, governance, or policy toward the Tibet population.
2024
Silence
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ My country has rejected PRC‘s claim
20 countries chose this answer
2/ My country has remained silent
55 countries chose this answer
4/ My country has adhered to PRC‘s claim
21 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Not Available.
Supplementary Notes
No new evidence was found.
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My government has supported, remained silent about, or opposed the PRC's ongoing repression in Hong Kong, such as the imposition of the National Security Law or other actions to persecute Hong Kong protestors or activists.
2024
Support
0/ My country has rejected PRC‘s claim
25 countries chose this answer
2/ My country has remained silent
46 countries chose this answer
4/ My country has adhered to PRC‘s claim
27 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Link China appreciates the firm support provided by the Jordanian side on issues concerning China's core interests, especially the support for China's principled stand and legitimate rights and interests on such internal affairs as those of Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Xinjiang, Wang said. Link Jordanian PM: Safadi.. reiterated his country's staunch support for the one-China principle and expressed opposition against external forces' interference in China's internal affairs regarding Hong Kong.
- http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-07/05/c_139189325.htm
- http://english.www.gov.cn/statecouncil/wangyi/202103/13/content_WS604c20f2c6d0719374afac6e.html
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