Day: April 2, 2026

Amman: The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), during its 237th session, adopted a resolution based on a joint working paper submitted by Jordan, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Morocco, strongly condemning Iran’s unlawful attacks that pose a direct threat to international civil aviation in the Middle East.

According to Jordan News Agency, a statement from the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission, the Council condemned Iran’s missile and drone attacks since the start of the war against Gulf Cooperation Council countries and Jordan, noting these actions violate the provisions of the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Convention) and the United Nations Charter. The Council highlighted that the attacks breach Article 1 of the Chicago Convention, which guarantees states absolute sovereignty over their airspace.

The resolution also addressed Iran’s unlawful use of drones in violation of Article 3 bis of the Convention, which has exposed key international air corridors to severe risk. Affected states were forced to implement emergency measures, including airspace closures and flight diversions, causing operational disruptions to global air traffic.

The Council recalled Security Council Resolution 2817 (2026), which condemned Iran’s deliberate targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure, including airports, reaffirming that such attacks violate international law. The resolution calls for stringent measures, including formal condemnation of Iran, demands for an immediate cessation of unlawful actions, and referral of the text to relevant United Nations bodies, with continuous monitoring of the situation.

Captain Deifallah Farajat, Chief Commissioner of the Civil Aviation Regulatory Authority, said the decision underscores that the safety of international civil aviation and state sovereignty over airspace are inviolable, and that the ICAO Council will employ all legal instruments to protect global aviation from military threats.

Amman: His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II visited the German Jordanian University (GJU) on Thursday to engage with students and discuss the importance of preparing young people for future employment opportunities. During his visit, the Crown Prince stressed the need to empower the youth and develop their skills, which are essential for entering the labor market.

According to Jordan News Agency, the Crown Prince highlighted efforts to keep up with advances in modern science and digital transformation. He emphasized the necessity of building a generation that is capable of innovation. His Royal Highness also pointed out the significance of incorporating practical training in university programs to better prepare students to meet future demands.

The Crown Prince expressed his belief in the potential of young people to drive development and tackle challenges. He participated in a discussion with students on various issues, where students presented their projects and ideas aimed at addressing key sector challenges.

During the visit, His Royal Highness toured the Deanship of Innovation, Technology Transfer and Entrepreneurship (DI-TECH) and the Technology, Research, and Innovation Park (TRIP) complex at GJU. He was informed by GJU President Ala’aldeen Halhouli, alongside academic staff and students, about DI-TECH’s role in fostering entrepreneurship and innovation, helping students acquire practical skills needed by the labor market.

Halhouli explained that DI-TECH supports start-ups through a business incubator, offers training programs, and facilitates industrial partnerships between Jordan and Germany. This approach aligns with GJU’s goal to match educational outcomes with industrial sector needs, promoting research, development, and knowledge transfer.

Minister of Education and Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Azmi Mahafzah, along with Director of the Office of the Crown Prince Zaid Baqain, accompanied His Royal Highness during the visit.

Amman: Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research: Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research on Thursday announced applications are opened for the National Scholarship Program in the Slovak Republic for the 2026-2027 academic year.

According to Jordan News Agency, the scholarships are available to university students, PhD holders, university faculty members, researchers, and artists, and are funded by the Slovak Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth through the state budget.

In its announcement, the ministry said the scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation and living expenses, and assistance with travel costs. Applications and further information are available through the program’s website, as the deadline is set for April 30, 2026.

The ministry added that students can view the list of Slovak universities recognized by the ministry via the designated link (https://rce.mohe.gov.jo/RecognizedUniversities). Applicants must comply with the 2023 instructions for the equivalency of non-Jordanian degrees, as amended in 2025.

The ministry indicated that for any inquiries, the program administration can be contacted directly with the International Students and PhD Students Officer, Silvia Lipovska, via the following email: ([email protected]), and the University Professors and Researchers Officer, Ondrej Aradsky, via the following email: ([email protected]) or by phone number “421-2-5930-4733”.

Amman: The National Agricultural Research Center has entered into a joint research agreement with Val Consulting and Administrative Services to study the impact of temperature on Medjool date storage, as part of efforts to improve post-harvest management and reduce losses.

According to Jordan News Agency, the project will examine how different temperature levels affect the physical and chemical characteristics of dates, as well as their susceptibility to insect and fungal damage. The aim is to identify optimal storage conditions and preserve product quality over longer periods.

Director General of the center, Ibrahim Al-Rawashdeh, stated that the agreement reflects a broader push to strengthen collaboration with the private sector and expand applied research targeting key challenges in the agricultural sector, particularly in post-harvest handling.

He added that the study is expected to contribute to the development of scientific protocols for cold storage facilities, alongside practical guidelines for farmers. This initiative aims to improve quality standards and enhance the competitiveness of Jordanian Medjool dates in domestic and international markets.

Al-Rawashdeh also underscored the center’s role in supporting agricultural sustainability and food security through specialized research initiatives.

Executive Director of Val Consulting and Administrative Services, Lamia Al-Dabbas, highlighted the importance of applied field research in advancing the Medjool date sector and improving storage practices.

The agreement underscores growing efforts to integrate scientific research with private sector expertise to strengthen agricultural value chains and support export-oriented production.

Amman: The National Agricultural Research Center has entered into a joint research agreement with Val Consulting and Administrative Services to study the impact of temperature on Medjool date storage, as part of efforts to improve post-harvest management and reduce losses.

According to Jordan News Agency, the project will examine how different temperature levels affect the physical and chemical characteristics of dates, as well as their susceptibility to insect and fungal damage. The aim is to identify optimal storage conditions and preserve product quality over longer periods.

Director General of the center, Ibrahim Al-Rawashdeh, stated that the agreement reflects a broader push to strengthen collaboration with the private sector and expand applied research targeting key challenges in the agricultural sector, particularly in post-harvest handling.

He added that the study is expected to contribute to the development of scientific protocols for cold storage facilities, alongside practical guidelines for farmers. This initiative aims to improve quality standards and enhance the competitiveness of Jordanian Medjool dates in domestic and international markets.

Al-Rawashdeh also underscored the center’s role in supporting agricultural sustainability and food security through specialized research initiatives.

Executive Director of Val Consulting and Administrative Services, Lamia Al-Dabbas, highlighted the importance of applied field research in advancing the Medjool date sector and improving storage practices.

The agreement underscores growing efforts to integrate scientific research with private sector expertise to strengthen agricultural value chains and support export-oriented production.