Jordan, EU sign memo to cooperate in countering extremism

AMMAN — The Interior Ministry and the EU mission in Jordan on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding to expand partnership in countering extremism and exchanging expertise to enhance peace and tolerance.

Interior Minister Salameh Hammad, who signed the memo on behalf of the government, said it aims at adopting policies that enhance cultural and religious dialogue, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.

EU Ambassador to Jordan Andrea Matteo Fontana noted that the Kingdom and the union will work together through a comprehensive approach that includes strategic research, communications, and training and rehabilitation programmes, Petra added.