Madaba:Greater Madaba Municipality is considering establishing twinning agreements with Turkish municipalities renowned for their mosaic craftsmanship. The initiative aims to promote cultural exchange, preserve traditional crafts, and enhance cooperation in cultural tourism.
According to Jordan News Agency, the proposal was discussed during a meeting between Haitham Jweinat, Chair of the Greater Madaba Municipality Committee, and a delegation from the Jordanian-Turkish Friendship Association led by its president, Manar Bilsan.
The discussions centered on forming partnerships with Turkish municipalities that share Madaba's cultural and historical attributes, especially its mosaic heritage. The goal is to facilitate the exchange of expertise and experiences in heritage preservation, traditional crafts, and cultural tourism.
Jweinat expressed support for initiatives to establish twinning agreements, highlighting the importance of partnerships that showcase Madaba's cultural heritage and reinforce its reputation as a city famous for mosaics. He noted that such cooperation could foster new opportunities for cultural and tourism exchanges between Jordan and Turkey.
Bilsan emphasized the significance of strengthening Jordanian-Turkish relations and expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest to deepen ties between the two nations. At the conclusion of the meeting, the delegation honored Jweinat for his efforts to support Madaba's tourism and cultural sectors.