Jordan mulls establishing first green professions institute

AMMAN — Minister of Labour and Chairman of the Vocational Training Corporation Khaled Bakkar met with the Country Director of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Office in Jordan Kim So Young, to discuss establishing the first institute for green professions and future skills in the Kingdom.

According to a statement by the ministry on Thursday, this cooperation aligns with the second phase of the Economic Modernisation Vision 2025-2028, which aims to strengthen international partnerships and support the green economy.

The institute aims to train youth and people with disabilities in green professions and future skills, including renewable energy, electric and hybrid vehicle maintenance, water treatment and environmental impact reduction, digital skills and advanced technology, waste recycling, and modern agricultural technology.

Bakkar underscored the project's significance in achieving the goals of the Economic Modernisation Vision.

He noted that the initiative would enhance international partnerships and promote the green economy in Jordan.

He highlighted the importance of establishing centres of excellence in emerging development fields to address unemployment challenges in the Kingdom.

To ensure the project's sustainability, Bakkar stated that a budget would be allocated from the Vocational Training Corporation, along with efforts to enhance the efficiency of trainers to equip youth with skills for future green professions required in local and international labour markets.

Kim expressed KOICA's pride in supporting the Ministry of Labour's and Vocational Training Corporation's efforts to develop youth skills, emphasising that the cooperation would empower young people with skills needed in local and global labour markets, contributing to the Jordanian economy.

She noted that the centres of excellence's professions and specialisations would be determined based on a specialised sectorial study conducted with South Korean experts.

This project is part of joint efforts between Jordan and South Korea to enhance international cooperation and support the green economy, contributing to Sustainable Development Goals and providing long-term employment opportunities for youth.