Petra, Royal Hashemite Documentation Centre collaborate to preserve Jordan’s history

AMMAN — Director General of the Royal Hashemite Documentation Centre (RHDC) Muhannad Mubaideen and Director General of the Jordan News Agency, Petra, Fairouz Mubaideen on Monday discussed enhancing collaboration on publishing media materials that highlight key periods in Jordan’s history.

During the meeting, which included the agency’s press department directors, both sides explored ways to present Jordanian historical documents through news reports, feature stories, and data journalism, Petra reported. 

They also discussed turning these materials into video content for Petra’s digital platforms to reach a broader audience.

The two sides agreed to prepare a memorandum of understanding, to be signed at a later date, to guide the publication of Jordanian historical documents using innovative media content that aligns with national goals to preserve the Kingdom’s history and provide accurate information to the public.

RHDC director-general praised Petra’s role in bolstering Jordanian media and its efforts to share news and historical content that reflect the Kingdom’s rich heritage. 

He stressed the centre’s commitment to supporting these initiatives to raise historical awareness in Jordan.

Fairouz expressed Petra’s eagerness to work together in showcasing Jordan’s historical documents and fostering greater public understanding of the Kingdom’s heritage. 

She stressed the importance of presenting these documents in "compelling" ways, utilising modern technology to broaden access to information and spark discussions on Jordan’s history.

She also highlighted Petra’s commitment to adopting advanced media technologies to align with global trends, which will help expand its reach both locally and internationally, ultimately boosting Jordan’s image worldwide.