Amman, July 14 (Petra) – The Royal Scientific Society (RSS) hosted a
high-level Iraqi delegation representing government ministries,
public institutions and the United Nations Development Programme
(UNDP) to explore opportunities for cooperation in energy,
sustainability and technology, while strengthening the exchange of
expertise and capacity-building between the two countries.

The delegation was welcomed by RSS Vice Presidents and directors of
the RSS’s technical centers and laboratories, where they were briefed
on the organization’s role in supporting development efforts through
research, technical services and specialized expertise.

During the visit, the RSS presented an overview of its work in areas
including renewable energy, water, environmental protection, climate
change and technology, showcasing the services and research
capabilities available through its centers and laboratories.

The visit program featured a briefing on the National Energy Research
Center affiliated with the RSS, highlighting its technical and
research services, followed by a field tour of the energy efficiency
laboratories, where the delegation was introduced to the latest
technologies and projects undertaken by the RSS to advance the
transition toward sustainable energy practices.

The Iraqi delegation presented an overview of the energy and
development sectors in Iraq, along with the challenges facing these
fields, emphasizing the importance of cooperation with the RSS and
benefiting from its experience in advancing development initiatives
and exchanging knowledge between the two countries.

Discussions focused on potential cooperation in energy efficiency
programs, engineering and technical fields, water and environmental
solutions, the connection between energy, water, food and the
environment, as well as emerging technologies such as the Internet of
Things, artificial intelligence and applied scientific research.

The two sides also discussed organizing an annual Jordanian-Iraqi
conference on energy, technology and sustainability, to be hosted
alternately by the two countries, in addition to preparing a
memorandum of understanding to establish a framework for future
scientific and technical cooperation.

At the end of the visit, the Iraqi delegation praised the expertise
and scientific capabilities of the RSS, expressing interest in
expanding cooperation and benefiting from its experience in key
sectors.

The RSS affirmed its commitment to enhancing regional partnerships,
supporting knowledge exchange and developing capacities to contribute
to sustainable development and stronger institutional cooperation
between Jordan and Iraq.

//Petra//WH