Amman:The Ministry of Environment and the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN) have entered into an agreement to upgrade the Mujib Chalets, aiming to enhance visitor facilities and services to foster ecotourism and nature conservation.
According to Jordan News Agency, the agreement was signed by Environment Minister Ayman Suleiman and RSCN Director Fadi Naser, with the goal of improving the site's tourism and environmental infrastructure while promoting the sustainable use of natural resources.
The project entails completing construction on environmental service facilities for visitors, rehabilitating outdoor areas, equipping a dining hall, and installing waste-sorting systems to encourage environmentally responsible practices. Suleiman emphasized that the agreement enhances collaboration with the RSCN to improve visitor services, promote responsible ecotourism, and protect natural resources.
Suleiman also reiterated the ministry's dedication to supporting projects that balance environmental protection with sustainable tourism development, aiming to preserve natural sites for the enjoyment of future generations. Naser highlighted that the agreement is a crucial step in upgrading the Mujib Chalets and enhancing the visitor experience in alignment with sustainable ecotourism standards.
Naser further stated that the RSCN, in cooperation with the ministry, seeks to develop natural sites and tourism facilities through responsible practices that respect local environmental conditions, raise environmental awareness, and encourage visitors to enjoy and protect nature.