Amman:Her Royal Highness Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan attended a ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the German Protestant Institute of Archaeology in Amman. The event took place at the Umayyad Palace on Amman's Citadel Hill under her patronage.
According to Jordan News Agency, the ceremony was attended by notable figures including Princess Dana Firas, German Ambassador Dr. Bertram von Moltke, Institute Director Dr. Brita Jansen, Director-General of the Department of Antiquities Dr. Fawzi Abu Danneh, and Professor Dr. Dieter Vieweger.
Princess Sumaya emphasized the importance of preserving archaeological sites and historical evidence, highlighting the role of Jordanian institutions and researchers. She also underscored the value of international partnerships and science diplomacy in heritage preservation.
Princess Dana Firas praised the Institute's contributions to understanding Jordan's heritage through research and restoration. Dr. Brita Jansen detailed the Institute's work across Jordan, including collaborations with local institutions and contributions to research and training.
Dr. Bertram von Moltke and Dr. Fawzi Abu Danneh highlighted the strong Jordanian-German relations and the importance of collaborative archaeological efforts. The Jordan Museum continues to support research with finds from the Institute's excavations, such as those from Tall Zira'a.