Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation in Social Sectors

Jordan's Minister of Social Development, Wafa Bani Mustafa, met with Turkish Ambassador to the Kingdom, Yakup Caymazoglu, to discuss ways to bolster bilateral cooperation in social sectors. The meeting focused on the National Social Protection Strategy (2025-2033), which aims to align with the country's modernization visions. Bani Mustafa emphasized the high-level royal attention given to social protection, highlighting the need for collaboration between various ministries and national institutions.

Key Takeaways:

  • The National Social Protection Strategy (2025-2033) is a key initiative aimed at aligning with Jordan's modernization visions, with a focus on social protection.
  • The strategy was developed through nationwide consultations involving stakeholders and relevant entities.
  • The Minister of Social Development, Wafa Bani Mustafa, stressed the importance of high-level royal attention given to social protection and the need for collaboration between various ministries and national institutions.
  • The International Family Forum, titled "Protecting and Strengthening the Family in the Face of Global Challenges," will provide a platform for exchanging expertise and best practices, particularly in social protection.
  • Turkish Ambassador Yakup Caymazoglu expressed interest in formalizing cooperation with Jordan in social protection through memoranda of understanding.

Statistics:

  • 2025-2033: The timeframe for the National Social Protection Strategy.
  • Nationwide consultations: Involved stakeholders and relevant entities in the development of the National Social Protection Strategy.
  • Several countries: Participated in the International Family Forum, with ministerial representation from Turkey.
  • Notable advancements: Made in social protection by Jordan, as highlighted by Minister Bani Mustafa.

Sources:

  • (Jordan News Agency, 19 May 2025)
  • Ministry of Social Development, Jordan