This report draws lessons for improving the policy design of poverty alleviation schemes in Jordan. The conclusions herein are based on analyses of trends in consumption poverty in Jordan and assessment of the impact of government programs (including food subsidies and cash transfers) on poverty...

Intro -- Contents -- Executive Summary -- I. Introduction -- II. Poverty and Inequality Declined between 1992 and 1997 -- III. Role of Government Programs -- IV. POLICY IMPLICATIONS -- Annex I Poverty Lines -- Annex II Robustness of the Result of Poverty Reduction -- Annex III Poverty Profile,...