Amman, June 9 (Petra) — The Ministry of Environment and the Run
Jordan signed a memorandum of understanding on Tuesday to strengthen
cooperation in implementing initiatives that support the National
Cleanliness and Anti-Indiscriminate Waste Dumping Strategy and reduce
littering through environmental awareness campaigns integrated into
sporting events and races.

According to a ministry statement, the memorandum was signed by
Minister of Environment Ayman Suleiman and Run Jordan Director
General Lina Kurd.

Under the memorandum, the two sides will cooperate in integrating
environmental awareness messages into sporting events and races,
utilizing their media and communication platforms to reach wider
audiences, and implementing joint initiatives that support the goals
of the National Cleanliness Strategy.

The agreement also seeks to reduce indiscriminate waste disposal and
strengthen community participation in environmental protection
efforts.

The agreement reflects both parties’ commitment to strengthening
institutional partnerships and coordinating efforts to advance the
objectives of the National Cleanliness Strategy while promoting
community engagement in environmental issues.

Suleiman stressed the importance of expanding cooperation with civil
society organizations and utilizing influential community platforms
to deliver environmental messages and encourage positive behavioral
change. He noted that sporting events provide an effective means of
reaching diverse segments of society and motivating individuals to
adopt environmentally responsible practices.

The minister said the ministry is continuing to implement awareness
programs and initiatives aimed at fostering a culture of cleanliness
and reducing littering in public spaces.

For her part, Kurd said sports have evolved into an effective tool
for raising community awareness alongside their athletic role. She
added that the races and events organized by the association offer a
valuable platform for promoting national, humanitarian, and
environmental messages and reaching broad segments of society.

Kurd affirmed the association’s commitment to supporting national
efforts to enhance environmental awareness and encourage behaviors
that contribute to preserving public cleanliness and protecting
public facilities.

//Petra// AJ