AMMAN — The UN Day was celebrated in
Jordan, with the world body stressing its commitment to continue strengthening
development support for the Kingdom, and providing humanitarian assistance, and
protection to those in need, Al-Mamlaka TV reported.
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The UN in Jordan, made up of 18 resident agencies,
in cooperation with the
Greater Amman Municipality (GAM), celebrated through an
open day that included an exhibition on the work of various agencies in Jordan
and a bazaar for the products of beneficiaries of various UN programs and
projects nationwide.
Princess Dina Mired, the guest of honor, expressed
her appreciation for the work of the UN at the global level, including in
Jordan.
“I would like to thank all UN personnel, wherever
they may be, for their efforts, and for what they are doing here in Jordan, for
upholding the values of humanitarian principles and human rights,” the princess
said.
Dominik Bartsch, Representative of the UN refugee
agency
UN in Jordan, said that the global organization has a longstanding
relationship with the government and people of Jordan. “Today is an opportunity
to reaffirm our commitment to continue our support to the Jordanian government,
provide assistance to the most vulnerable, and accelerate the achievement of
the sustainable development goals,” Bartsch said.
He noted that the UN will soon sign a new five-year
framework of cooperation with the government of Jordan, focusing on
integration, and addressing vulnerabilities and sustainability.
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