In Jordan, Prime Minister Hani Mulki resigned as the protest continued against the government tax increases and austerity policies.

In protesters since the capital city Amman, as well as in several cities on Wednesday, the public is reacting to the government's income tax and price increases on the recommendations of the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

In 2016, Jordan received $ 723 million in three-year assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Jordan needs to bring a series of economic reforms into this framework.

Last month, the government presented a design to the parliament that would increase at least 5 percent in income tax and 20 to 40 percent for companies.

According to official figures, the unemployment rate in the country is 18.5 percent. 20 percent of the population lives below the poverty line. In the past year, prices of basic goods such as bread, fuel, and electricity have increased.

ILKHA