Amman: The Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) and the City Council of Barcelona signed a memorandum of understanding on Monday to deepen municipal cooperation and advance joint urban development initiatives.
According to Jordan News Agency, the partnership seeks to modernize municipal management, improve core public services, and leverage technological innovation to boost residents' quality of life. Primary focus areas include urban planning, smart city infrastructure, accessibility, public space management, and digital transformation.
The agreement was formalized by GAM Committee Chairman Ahmad Malkawi and Barcelona Mayor Jaume Collboni Cuadrado. Citing long-standing bilateral relations, Malkawi highlighted upcoming initiatives in smart water systems, public spaces, and urban sustainability, positioning Barcelona as a core strategic partner for the Jordanian capital.
Barcelona Deputy Mayor Maria Eug¨nia Gay emphasized that the agreement reinforces the role of cities in addressing global challenges. The collaboration builds on earlier Amman-Barcelona initiatives in sustainability, resilience, and public policy.
Under the newly signed agreement, the cities will collaborate on smart city programs, digital services, accessibility, and environmental initiatives as part of Amman's Green City Action Plan. This includes projects focusing on stormwater management, flood mitigation, and green space maintenance.
The agreement is also aligned with Amman's 2027-2031 Strategic Plan, which aims to establish joint projects targeting vulnerable populations, particularly women and refugees in East Amman. Additionally, cultural, educational, and sports initiatives for local youth are planned as part of this cooperation.