IEC hosts US embassy deputy charge d’affaires

AMMAN — The Independent Election Commission (IEC) on Thursday hosted the Deputy Charge d’Affaires of the US Embassy Jim Barnhart, who is also the country’s USAID programme director, according to an IEC official.

During discussions held with the commission’s officials and personnel, Barnhart reviewed the USAID strategy and work mechanisms in Jordan, which cover the areas of education, water, economic development, energy, democracy, governance, health, gender equality and women’s empowerment. 

He reiterated the US’s support to Jordan’s efforts in meeting its challenges, especially in the development fields.