The current income tax rate is the region's lowest and the increase has been suggested as Jordan faces a public finance deficit, which is expected to reach 90% of its GDP this year.

Interim income tax legislation was issued in 2009 but tax revenue is around 15% of GDP and has dropped by the 5% since the legislation was introduced.

Kostyal has also added tax exemptions and relief are currently being reviewed by the government.

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