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Jordan Seeks To Entice International Productions With Bolstered 45% Cash Rebate

Jordan Bolsters Film Incentives; Raises Cash Rebate To 45%

With its world heritage sites such as Petra and stunning desert landscapes, which include Wadi Rum, Jordan has worked hard to establish itself as shooting destination over the past two decades with productions touching down in the territory including Denis Villeneuve’s Dune and Dune 2, JJ Abrams’ Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise Of Skywalker, and Guy Richie’s Aladdin. The country is out in force at Cannes this year with a campaign to kick-start its international production business, and make it more competitive alongside other locations in the MENA region offering attractive incentives. Mohannad Al-Bakri, Managing Director of the Royal Film Commission – Jordan, said of the new package: “The amendments aim to enhance Jordan’s competitiveness as a major film production hub in the region by creating a supportive environment that fosters creativity, provides robust infrastructure, and facilitates the exchange of expertise, training, and knowledge transfer.

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