@article {10.3844/jssp.2011.251.256, article_type = {journal}, title = {Challenges Facing the Emerging Economy}, author = {Lozi, Basem Mohammed and Al-Ziod, Dr. Abed Alnaser}, volume = {7}, year = {2011}, month = {Mar}, pages = {251-256}, doi = {10.3844/jssp.2011.251.256}, url = {https://thescipub.com/abstract/jssp.2011.251.256}, abstract = {Problem statement: The purpose of this study was to explore the challenges that Jordanian economy may have to face based on different scenarios in his macro-environment. Specifically, the study focused on the development in the Palestinians and the Iraqi fronts and their impact on the Jordanian economy. Approach: An exploratory research method was utilized. Results: The study findings revealed that the majority of Jordanians believed that the level of conflicts at both fronts are more likely to continue as is “no war-no peace”. Jordanians showed a tendency to be more optimistic than pessimistic about the reach for a final settlement for both conflicts. However, Jordanians showed more concern for the situation in Palestine than it is in Iraq. Conclusion/Recommendations: Were provided for Jordanian policy makers to deal with economic issues based on each scenario.}, journal = {Journal of Social Sciences}, publisher = {Science Publications} }