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The article discussed the future of cities and sustainable development in Jordan, according to Professor Dr. Samer Ghalab Qa’ain. He explained that the problem is not a lack of cities but rather the poor distribution of development and population density in the capital, Amman, which hosts most of the jobs and services. This puts increasing pressure on it and threatens its sustainability. He emphasized the need to develop governorates and distribute resources fairly by building balanced local economies that rely on each area's resources, and by establishing a modern transportation network connecting cities. He also pointed out the importance of digital transformation and remote work in reshaping the concept and role of the city, not just as a place for work but as a hub for research and culture. He affirmed that the success of development depends on management and institutional efficiency, rather than the size of spending or urban projects, stressing the importance of building institutional capacity and improving governance. In conclusion, he saw the future as centered on a network of multiple cities, each leveraging the advantages of its region, rather than relying solely on Amman. The challenge, he said, is to build an equitable and balanced urban system that links economic growth with quality of life, turning the question into: Where do you want to live?
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