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Jordan News
3 days ago
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- Jordan News
Amman Summer Festival Concludes Amid Large Public Turnout - Jordan News
Amman Summer Festival Concludes Amid Large Public Turnout The curtain fell on the 17th edition of the Amman Summer Festival 2025 this Friday evening, which was organized by the Greater Amman Municipality free of charge over the course of eight days at Al-Hussein Gardens, drawing a remarkable public turnout. اضافة اعلان The final evening kicked off with traditional dabkeh dances and folkloric performances inspired by Jordanian heritage, presented by the Zaha Cultural Center troupe, adding a festive atmosphere to the event. Meanwhile, the handicrafts and heritage bazaars continued to welcome visitors as part of the municipality's initiative to support local products and promote the participation of productive families. Artists Nidaa Sharara and Mahmoud Al-Khayyat lit up the stage, performing a selection of patriotic and classic songs that brought excitement and energy to the evening. In the children's area, the play "The Children's Box" was performed, accompanied by various interactive games and entertainment activities such as face painting, gift distribution, and prize giveaways. It is worth noting that the festival, held annually by the municipality, aims to stimulate tourism, provide an additional attraction for visitors in Amman, offer a family-friendly environment for both residents and tourists, and promote the values of good citizenship by delivering positive and educational messages through a variety of entertaining performances. — (Petra News Agency)
Jordan News
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Jordan News
Royal Court Chief Inspects Royal Initiative Projects in Balqa - Jordan News
Royal Court Chief Inspects Royal Initiative Projects in Balqa Chief of the Royal Hashemite Court and Chairman of the Committee to Follow Up on the Implementation of Royal Initiatives, Yousef Hassan Issawi, on Wednesday inspected several projects in Balqa Governorate being implemented under Royal directives. اضافة اعلان In the Fuheis area, Issawi, accompanied by Balqa Governor Dr. Faisal Masaeed and Chairman of Fuheis Municipality Committee Eng. Imad Al-Hayari, visited the "ISO" Educational and Technological City, one of the projects under the initiative for productive branches and units, launched by His Majesty King Abdullah II across various governorates. During his tour, Issawi was briefed by project director Mohammad Al-Khattab on the project's components and operational plans. The project has surpassed 80% completion. The city aims to provide 200 direct job opportunities and training programs for local youth in fields such as artificial intelligence, software, computing, and information technology. The facility includes production lines for smart devices such as computers, mobile phones, tablets, and interactive screens, in addition to an educational academy, training and research labs, integrating education with industry. In Salt City, Issawi, along with Governor Masaeed, Chairman of Greater Salt Municipality Committee Ali Al-Batayneh, and Assistant Secretary-General of the Ministry of Youth and Director of Balqa Youth Department Ahmad Al-Hadidi, inspected the development works at Prince Hussein bin Abdullah II Sports Complex. The project is being implemented under Royal directives. Engineer Diaa Al-Majali from the Ministry of Youth provided a briefing on the project's progress. The development aims to transform the complex into a comprehensive sports city serving the youth of the governorate. Current works include building maintenance, construction of gates and kiosks, various infrastructure upgrades, the addition of shades, sidewalks, a water tank, green spaces, and covering the semi-Olympic swimming pool. The project is currently 50% complete. According to Al-Majali, the complex will also feature sports halls and fields, a youth center, the semi-Olympic pool, and a branch of the Zaha Cultural Center to enhance the site's visual identity. In Yarga area, Issawi followed up on the progress of a project to install children's play units in Yarga Park, accompanied by Governor Masaeed, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Local Administration for Technical Affairs Eng. Wajdi Al-Dhalain, Executive Director of the Zaha Cultural Center Rania Sbeih, and Al-Batayneh. The project is part of the Royal 'Safe Parks' initiative, implemented in cooperation with the Zaha Cultural Center and Greater Salt Municipality. The project aims to provide a safe and inclusive environment for children, with the installation of a 230-square-meter sand play area and a 270-square-meter rubberized play area, improving recreational facilities in the region. To date, 250 sites across 145 parks in various governorates have been equipped with safe play units, including facilities designed for children with disabilities. To ensure the sustainability of these safe parks, local 'Friends of the Park' committees have been formed from within the communities. In a press statement, Issawi said these projects reflect His Majesty's vision of delivering impactful development across governorates, with a focus on supporting education, technology, sports, and community services. He emphasized that the Royal initiatives are implemented in partnership with relevant ministries and agencies to ensure effective coordination and execution. Issawi added that the implementation process is based on field follow-up to ensure proper execution and the sustainability of these initiatives, stressing that the developmental and service-oriented projects carried out under Royal initiatives embody the King's directives for achieving comprehensive local development. — (Petra)
Ammon
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Ammon
RHC Chief inspects progress of royal initiative projects in Balqa
Ammon News - Chief of the Royal Hashemite Court Yousef Hassan Issawi, head of the Follow-Up Committee for the Implementation of His Majesty's Initiatives, conducted an inspection tour on Wednesday of several royal initiative projects underway in Balqa Governorate, executed under the directives of His Majesty King Abdullah II. In Fuheis, Issawi visited the "Iso" Educational and Technical City project, part of the Branches and Production Units Initiative launched across the Kingdom. Accompanied by Balqa Governor Faisal Masaeed and Chairman of the Fuheis Municipal Committee Imad Hiyari, Issawi toured the project facilities and was briefed by Project Manager Mohammed Khattab on progress and operational plans. The project is over 80 percent complete. Designed to create 200 direct jobs and provide training for local community members, the project focuses on fields such as artificial intelligence, software, computers, and information technology. It includes production lines for smart devices computers, phones, tablets, and interactive screens as well as an educational academy and research labs, integrating education with industry. In Salt, Issawi inspected the Prince Hussein bin Abdullah II Sports Complex development project, accompanied by Masaeed, Chairman of the Greater Salt Municipality Committee Ali Batayneh, and officials from the Ministry of Youth. Diaa Majali of the Ministry of Youth detailed the work underway to transform the complex into an integrated sports city. The project is currently 50 percent complete and includes renovations to buildings and stands, construction of gates, kiosks, sidewalks, landscaping, and the covering of a semi-Olympic swimming pool. Facilities will include sports halls and fields, a Salt Youth Center, and a branch of the Zaha Cultural Center. Issawi also visited Yarqa Park in Salt, reviewing progress on a project to install safe children's play areas. The initiative, implemented in cooperation with the Zaha Cultural Center and Greater Salt Municipality, is part of the Royal Initiatives' "Safe Parks" program. The project includes a 230-square-meter sand play area and a 270-square-meter rubber playground, enhancing recreational facilities for local children. To date, 250 sites across 145 parks in the Kingdom have been equipped with safe play areas, including facilities to accommodate children with disabilities. Local "Friends of Parks" committees have been formed to help maintain these spaces. Issawi highlighted that these projects embody King Abdullah's vision to deliver development projects with tangible impacts across governorates, prioritizing education, technology, sports, and community services. He underscored that royal initiatives are executed in partnership with relevant ministries and agencies, ensuring coordinated efforts and effective implementation. He stressed that field monitoring of projects guarantees proper execution, achievement of objectives, and sustainability, adding that the royal initiatives reflect the King's commitment to advancing comprehensive local development. Petra
Ammon
10-03-2025
- Business
- Ammon
Labor Minister reviews women's economic empowerment projects in Deir Alla
Ammon News - Minister of Labor Khaled Bakkar reviewed productive projects launched by participants in the Civil Society Empowerment Project, implemented by the Zaha Cultural Center in Deir Alla in partnership with the al-Hayat Center (RASED) Center, with support from the Norwegian Embassy. The visit was attended by the Norwegian ambassador to Amman. During his visit to the Zaha Center on Monday, Bakkar was briefed on project plans and products created by women participating in the initiative. He underscored the importance of equipping women with labor market skills and self-employment management to establish their businesses, thereby ensuring a dignified livelihood for themselves and their families. Bakkar highlighted efforts by the Ministry of Labor to enhance protections for women in the workforce and increase their economic participation. He noted that amendments to the Labor Law in recent years, along with updated regulations and instructions, have reinforced these efforts. Additionally, he pointed out that the Development and Employment Fund, which he chairs, provides financing options for women's projects through soft loans. Zaha Cultural Center Executive Director Rania Subaih emphasized the project's significance in training and empowering women in Deir Alla, stating that it has strengthened their economic role by supporting local products. She added that the center is coordinating with the Ministry of Labor and the Development and Employment Fund to develop these initiatives further. Subaih also commended the partnership with RASED, which bolsters the role of civil society institutions in economic development across governorates, particularly in Deir Alla. Meanwhile, the Director General of the Life Center–RASED, Amer Bani Amer, reaffirmed the center's commitment to supporting women's economic empowerment as a key strategy for fostering community cohesion and resilience. He noted that improving employment opportunities for women contributes to achieving a more just and inclusive development model. Bani Amer stressed that the center continues to focus on such projects, recognizing the pivotal role of women in ensuring social and economic stability. He reaffirmed RASED's commitment to providing the necessary support to integrate women into the labor market and enhance their participation across various sectors. Petra
Ammon
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Ammon
Zaha Cultural Center honors winners of volunteering competition
Ammon News - Her Royal Highness Princess Alia Tawfiq Tabbaa, sponsored the Zaha Cultural Center's ceremony honoring the winners of the annual "Volunteering is a Tale of Giving" competition, which aims to support youth and adolescents across various fields. Princess Alia, alongside the center's Executive Director Rania Subaih, presented awards to the winners across all competition categories, in addition to recognizing the panel of judges and representatives from cooperating schools. Subaih highlighted that the competition is one of the center's initiatives designed to motivate children and adolescents while showcasing their talents in diverse disciplines. The competition featured categories in drawing, photography, recycling, and short story writing for participants aged 8 to 16. Since its launch in 2008, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, the Zaha Cultural Center has aimed to nurture and develop children's creative abilities. The center remains committed to refining and supporting young talents, forming academic teams to represent the institution on various occasions. Additionally, the ceremony honored the winners of the Best Center Competition, based on criteria set by a specialized committee. A total of 25 branches, distributed across all governorates as part of royal initiatives, were evaluated. Petra
