EU Twinning Project Boosts Jordan’s Anti-Corruption Efforts

Amman Hosts Key Meeting to Review EU Twinning Project Progress

The European Union has launched a significant initiative to support Jordan’s anti-corruption efforts, funding a twinning project between the Jordanian Integrity and Anti-Corruption Commission (JIACC) and its European counterparts in Lithuania and Austria. The €1.5 million project aims to enhance JIACC’s capacity to prevent corruption and promote integrity standards in the public sector.

Project Overview

• Funding: €1.5 million from the European Union
• Duration: Part of Jordan’s National Strategy for Integrity and Anti-Corruption 2017-2025
• Objective: Enhance JIACC’s capacity to prevent corruption and promote integrity standards in the public sector

Project Activities and Achievements

• Training and Technical Assistance: European experts are providing training and technical assistance to develop JIACC’s institutional capacities and improve its performance in preventing corruption.
• 6th Steering Committee Meeting: Stakeholders gathered in Amman to review results and plan for future activities. The meeting was attended by representatives from JIACC, the EU Delegation to Jordan, and European partner organizations.

Key Partners and Beneficiaries

• Lead Partner: Mr. Jovitas Raskevicius, praising comprehensive cooperation between the project team, JIACC, and international experts.
• JIACC’s Board Member and Project Leader: H.E Sami Salaita highlighted the project’s significance in supporting Jordan’s efforts to prevent corruption and promote transparency.

Impact and Future Plans

• Expected Impact: Strengthening institutional capacities and promoting integrity standards in the public sector.
• Continued Commitment: Stakeholders remain committed to continuing the fight against corruption and promoting transparency and accountability in all sectors of Jordanian society.