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.