Karak: Chief of the Royal Hashemite Court Yousef Issawi, who also oversees the committee responsible for implementing Royal Initiatives, conducted an inspection of various development projects in the Karak and Aqaba governorates. This inspection is part of an ongoing field monitoring initiative directed by His Majesty King Abdullah II to ensure these projects are executed on time and meet their completion deadlines.
According to Jordan News Agency, Issawi's tour focused on evaluating projects aimed at generating employment, expanding green spaces, enhancing services for individuals with disabilities, and improving youth infrastructure. In Karak, he visited the production branch of El Zay Ready Wear Manufacturing Company in the Mujib area. This factory, established under the Royal Initiatives, aligns with His Majesty's directive to create production branches throughout the Kingdom's governorates. The initiative's goal is to provide job opportunities for Jordanians within their local communities, thereby reducing the necessity for travel to urban centers and industrial zones for employment and lowering transportation costs.
The factory, inaugurated during His Majesty's visit to Karak last November, currently employs 100 local residents and plans to expand its workforce to 220 employees in its first year. Across the Kingdom, more than 35 production branches have been established under the Royal Initiatives, creating over 10,000 jobs, particularly in remote areas.
Issawi also assessed the "Roots" project in the Sunaynah area of Qasr District. Launched in 2012 as part of Royal directives, this project aims to enhance green spaces and environmental conditions. The project's final expansion phase, implemented in collaboration with the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), World Vision International, and Al Haq Foundation, involves planting an additional 3,200 dunams with approximately 160,000 forest trees, 13,000 olive trees, and 10,000 prickly pear trees. Upon completion, the project will span nearly 27,000 dunams, encompassing over one million forest and fruit trees. It will also feature wells, irrigation reservoirs, road infrastructure, and a solar-powered energy system.
In Aqaba Governorate, Issawi inspected the construction of the Inclusive Day Services Center for People with Disabilities in Wadi Araba. The center, which occupies a 4,000-square-meter site with a 900-square-meter building, includes facilities such as classrooms, therapy rooms, a computer lab, and administrative offices. Currently 20% complete, the center aims to provide care and rehabilitation services for people with disabilities, adhering to the highest standards.
Issawi's tour concluded with an inspection of the rehabilitation and development project at Aqaba Youth City. This project involves expanding spectator stands, adding seating, upgrading changing rooms, and conducting electrical and maintenance work at the stadium. The construction has reached 30% completion.
In a press statement, Issawi emphasized that these inspections are part of the ongoing field monitoring of both completed and current Royal Initiative projects, underscoring His Majesty's commitment to continuous follow-up on the ground. He highlighted the comprehensive approach guiding the Royal Initiative projects, aimed at realizing the King's vision through tangible development achievements that benefit citizens directly. He stressed the importance of maintaining adherence to implementation schedules and quality standards, ensuring close coordination among all relevant entities to expedite project completion. Issawi concluded by noting that the Royal Initiatives align with the priorities of local communities and complement national plans to enhance services provided to citizens.