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Ammon
30-06-2025
- Politics
- Ammon
German Ambassador Visits University of Jordan Center for Strategic Studies
Ammon News - The University of Jordan (UJ), represented by the Center for Strategic Studies (CSS), received today the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Jordan, Dr. Bertram von Moltke, as part of an official visit aimed at enhancing academic and research cooperation. The Ambassador was welcomed by CSS Director, Prof. Hasan Al Momani, along with members of the diplomatic delegation including Max Emanuel Manfeller, First Secretary for Political Affairs at the Embassy, and Lina Graziano, Head of the Culture and Media Department. The meeting focused on prospects for strengthening collaboration between the Center and prominent German research institutions. Discussions explored potential joint research initiatives, structured partnerships, and opportunities for mutual exchange of expertise in support of evidence-based policymaking and long-term strategic dialogue. Al Momani reviewed the Center's ongoing efforts to establish a comprehensive institutional platform dedicated to soft power and public diplomacy. As part of this initiative, the Center plans to launch an annual international conference addressing themes of regional and global significance, including regional security, geopolitics, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. The two sides exchanged views on recent regional and global developments, highlighting Jordan's diplomatic role, under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II, in promoting peace, de-escalation, and constructive approaches to regional crises. Al Momani emphasized Jordan's inclusive and strategic outlook in addressing regional challenges, reaffirming the Kingdom's enduring commitment to Arab and Islamic causes, its humanitarian leadership, and its pursuit of regional stability through strategic foresight and scientifically informed policymaking. For his part, Ambassador von Moltke commended the Center's pivotal role in producing policy-relevant research and its contribution to advancing interdisciplinary analysis of complex issues. He expressed his country's keen interest in expanding cooperation with CSS, particularly in areas at the intersection of diplomacy, research, and strategic planning.
Jordan News
19-06-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Jordan and Germany Sign Three Agreements Worth €35 Million to Support Entrepreneurship - Jordan News
The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation signed three grant agreements with the German Development Bank (KfW) with a total value of €35 million to implement the "Employment Through Entrepreneurship" project. اضافة اعلان The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Bertram von Moltke, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and Matthias Schmidt-Rosen, Director of the KfW Office in Jordan, who signed the agreements on behalf of the bank. Matthias Schmidt-Rosen stated: 'Germany is firmly committed to supporting the development of the private sector in Jordan as a key driver for job creation. Through today's grant agreement, we will provide funding to micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to support their growth, enabling the creation of new, formal, and sustainable jobs, and enhancing women's economic empowerment.' Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Zeina Toukan expressed her appreciation for Germany's continuous support of Jordan's development priorities, emphasizing that this support marks another milestone in the strategic partnership between the two countries. She added: 'This new support will help empower micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises — especially those led by women — enhance the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and expand access to finance in line with the priorities of the Economic Modernization Vision.'
Ammon
19-06-2025
- Business
- Ammon
Jordan, Germany sign €35 million grant agreements to support local entrepreneurship
Ammon News - The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation has signed three grant agreements with the German Development Bank (KfW) totaling €35 million, to implement the "Employment through Local Entrepreneurship" project. The agreements were signed in the presence of German Ambassador to Jordan Bertram von Moltke, and KfW's Country Director, Matthias Schmidt-Rosen, who represented the bank. Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Zeina Toukan expressed Jordan's appreciation for Germany's ongoing commitment to supporting national development goals. She described the grants as a meaningful step forward in the strategic partnership between the two countries. According to Toukan, the project will empower micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), improve access to finance, and promote a more inclusive entrepreneurial environment, particularly by supporting women's economic participation, in line with the Kingdom's Economic Modernization Vision.
Jordan News
19-03-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Germany Delivers 32 Additional Trucks to Support the Jordanian Humanitarian Corridor to Gaza - Jordan News
Germany Delivers 32 Additional Trucks to Support the Jordanian Humanitarian Corridor to Gaza Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Raed bin Hassan, Chairman of the Jordanian Hashemite Charity Organization, and as part of efforts to enhance the capacity of the Jordanian humanitarian corridor to Gaza, the German Ministry of Foreign Affairs provided funding to the Jordanian Hashemite Charity Organization and the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) to purchase additional trucks. Today, 32 trucks were delivered during an official ceremony attended by the Secretary-General of the Jordanian Hashemite Charity Organization, Dr. Hussein Al-Shibli, and the German Ambassador to Jordan, Dr. Bertram von Moltke. اضافة اعلان In his speech at the ceremony, the German Ambassador to Jordan, Dr. Bertram von Moltke, said: "The Jordanian humanitarian corridor is a lifeline for Gaza and its people who are in urgent need of aid. Through Germany's support, we hope that these trucks will contribute to delivering the essential humanitarian assistance to Gaza – one convoy at a time. The continued operation of this corridor, thanks to the joint efforts of the Jordanian Hashemite Charity Organization, the Jordanian Armed Forces, and UNOPS, makes it a vital hub for relief, and I would like to express my sincere gratitude for their commitment and leadership." For his part, Dr. Hussein Al-Shibli, the Secretary-General of the Jordanian Hashemite Charity Organization, expressed his thanks to the Federal Republic of Germany for its ongoing support and humanitarian efforts, saying: "We highly appreciate this generous contribution, which will greatly enhance our ability to deliver the essential humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. The addition of 32 new trucks to the Jordanian humanitarian corridor reflects the importance of international solidarity in facing humanitarian crises. We will continue to work with our partners to ensure that aid is delivered safely and efficiently to those who need it most."
