Crown Prince Presents a Visionary Package on Technological Development in Jordan - Jordan News
His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II presented a forward-looking package of visions concerning technological development and the transformation of life in Jordan. اضافة اعلان In a speech on the technology sector during the Tawasol 2025 Forum, His Royal Highness explored the future shape of sectors amid rapid technological advancement, placing strong emphasis on the integration of artificial intelligence technologies. Speaking on the future of the healthcare sector, the Crown Prince said: "I envision a citizen visiting a health center that lacks a certain specialty, yet being able to consult with a specialist remotely without the burden of travel." Regarding the future of education, he added: "I envision a schoolgirl using an AI-powered virtual assistant that responds to her inquiries and enables teachers to support students who face learning challenges." On digital acceleration and the future of government, His Royal Highness said: "I see the government securely utilizing artificial intelligence technologies to process demographic, economic, and health data—using it as a key tool in decision-making, enhancing transparency, and forecasting risks." Addressing the future of technologies, he stated: "In the near future, I envision drones made by Jordanian companies delivering urgent medical supplies, monitoring water and electricity networks to protect them, or being used in agricultural technologies." The third edition of the Tawasol 2025 Forum kicked off on Saturday at King Hussein Business Park, organized by the Crown Prince Foundation under the patronage of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II. The forum is held under the theme 'A Dialogue on the Future', focusing on major global transformations and their intersection with bold local questions identified throughout the year. The forum addresses two main themes: economic transformation and future readiness. It features six dialogue sessions covering topics such as artificial intelligence and data in Jordan, entrepreneurship, tourism, arts and culture, vocational and technical training, and administrative reform, with the participation of decision-makers, experts, and youth from various sectors and governorates. The forum is being broadcast live throughout the day on Jordan TV, Al Mamlaka TV, Roya TV, and Amman TV, in addition to the forum's website and the Crown Prince Foundation's social media platforms. Young people will also attend session viewings from the Foundation's offices across all governorates.
The forum is co-organized by several media institutions, including Jordan TV, Al Mamlaka TV, Roya Media Group, Amman TV, Al-Raiya Media Group, Sada Podcast, Musajjal platform, Al Sharika, Al-Mabda' Podcast, Karavan program, and many partners contributing to interactive activities throughout the day.
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