Canada endorsed border security initiative to be launched in Aqaba

AMMAN — The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in collaboration with the Government of Jordan, is set to launch an initiative aimed at enhancing right-based border governance and security practices at Points of Entry (PoE) into the Kingdom. اضافة اعلان

This project, funded by the Government of Canada, aims to enhance border security by combatting transnational organized crime while facilitating the smooth flow of cross-border traffic and supporting a rights based approach to border governance.


IOM Jordan Chief of Mission, Ms. Tajma Kurt / Photo credits @IOM Clement Gibon

The project will focus on the Aqaba Governorate, more precisely the Al-Durra PoE with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which plays a crucial role in the movement of commercial goods and travellers along a key regional trade route.

In close cooperation with relevant governmental entities, the project addresses infrastructure needs, such as the establishment of a new arrival/departure building, and the provision of border management related training. “This project highlights the vital importance of continued support to Jordanian border governance,” said Othman Belbeisi, IOM Jordan regional director for the Middle East and Nort Africa.


IOM MENA Regional Director, Mr Othman Belbeisi opening remarks / Photo credits @IOM Clement Gibon

The inauguration ceremony took place in Aqaba in the presence of H.E. Tarik Ali Khan, Ambassador of Canada to Jordan, Tajma Kurt, IOM Jordan chief of mission and Othman Belbeisi.