Amman: Jordan is set to host the 9th Middle East and North Africa Public Administration Research (MENAPAR) conference from April 28-30, focusing on transitions, resilience, and future prospects in public administration across the MENA region.
According to Jordan News Agency, the conference will feature a wide range of participants, including institutions, organizations, and bodies concerned with public administration and civil service agencies. A select group of researchers and experts will also join the event. Fayez Nahar, President of the Service and Public Administration Commission (SPAC), emphasized its role as a leading platform for exchanging expertise and discussing best practices.
Nahar highlighted that the conference aims to shed light on key transformations within the region’s public administration. It will explore ways to enhance resilience and effectiveness through policy updates, improved service delivery, innovation encouragement, and the establishment of evidence-based good governance principles.
The conference agenda will cover themes such as innovation in public policies, service design and delivery, institutional and human resource development, and leadership during crises. Nahar noted that 129 research papers will be presented, addressing a variety of themes and approaches.
Representatives from 19 countries, including 14 Arab states, alongside senior officials, international experts, researchers, and practitioners will participate. This gathering aims to foster exchange of expertise and expand regional and international dialogue on public administration issues.
Nahar also remarked that hosting the conference in Amman underscores Jordan’s position as a regional leader in administrative modernization. It aligns with the country’s public sector modernization roadmap to build a more efficient and transparent administration, adaptable to national development needs.