Agency spokesperson Youssef Taha told Al-Mamlaka TV that the proposed budget seeks to support the voluntary return of Syrian refugees and maintain essential services for those who choose to remain in Jordan, amid growing financial challenges and reduced international funding.

Taha explained that the decrease in projected funding compared to the 2025 budget, which amounted to $373 million, is due to a reduction in the refugee population in the country. However, he warned that the need for humanitarian assistance remains critical, especially for the most vulnerable families.

The spokesperson emphasized that UNHCR’s 2026 strategy will prioritize empowerment and sustainability, facilitating dignified and safe voluntary returns, while ensuring the protection and provision of basic services to refugees who remain in Jordanian territory.

Our work will continue to be guided by the principles of dignity, sustainability, and the commitment to leave no one behind, he stated. Taha emphasized that, in anticipation of further financial constraints in 2026, the UN agency will intensify its cooperation with local and international partners to strengthen service integration and maximize the use of limited resources.

Jordan hosts more than 650,000 registered Syrian refugees, in addition to thousands of refugees of other nationalities, placing a considerable strain on the country’s resources.

In this context, UNHCR’s role remains critical to preserving social and humanitarian stability in the region.

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