The European Union Ambassador to Amman, Pierre-Christophe Chatzisavas, commenced his visit to Yarmouk University by commending the longstanding and robust partnership between Jordan and the European Union, describing it as a distinguished international model of cooperation grounded in shared values and mutual interests. He underscored the University’s pivotal role in translating this partnership into tangible and impactful outcomes.In a statement reflecting Jordan’s prominent international standing, Ambassador Chatzisavas remarked: “When we refer to the Middle East, we refer to His Majesty King Abdullah II, in recognition of his pivotal and prudent role in fostering regional stability.” He further emphasized that Jordan constitutes a principal reference point for the European Union in navigating and understanding the complexities of the region.This took place during the Ambassador’s meeting with the President of Yarmouk University, Professor Malek Al-Sharaireh, and his participation in a panel discussion organized by the Department of Political Science and International Studies at the Faculty of Arts, entitled “Jordanian–European Relations.” The session was moderated by Dr. Ayman Al-Hiyajneh and attended by a distinguished audience of academic leaders and students.For his part, Professor Al-Sharaireh outlined the broad framework of academic cooperation between Yarmouk University and European institutions, noting that the University has successfully established robust and sustainable partnerships. This is evidenced by clear indicators of institutional excellence, as more than 200 students participated in academic exchange programs with European universities between 2021 and 2026, while the University hosted a comparable number of European students—thereby consolidating its position as a regional hub for intercultural dialogue.With regard to international projects, Al-Sharaireh stated that the University has implemented approximately 24 European Union-funded projects, with total budgets exceeding €16.1 million, of which Yarmouk’s share amounted to approximately €1.97 million. He further noted that this collaboration extends beyond financial support to encompass capacity-building initiatives benefiting 170 faculty members and dozens of administrative staff, in addition to the implementation of strategic projects in renewable energy, green hydrogen, and digital transformation.Al-Sharaireh also affirmed that the University’s future strategic direction is oriented toward the development of double-degree programs and the expansion of joint research initiatives, with the aim of reinforcing its role as a key academic partner of the European Union in the region.In the context of regional developments, Ambassador Chatzisavas commended the high level of coordination between the two sides in upholding international humanitarian law and praised Jordan’s central role in facilitating humanitarian access corridors to both the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.On the economic front, the Ambassador announced a €300 million support package dedicated to the education sector in the Kingdom, highlighting the European Union’s strategic orientation toward investment in major national projects, including the National Water Carrier and the digital economy. He also revealed plans to convene a European investment conference in Amman in the near future, aimed at attracting European investment into key sectors of the Jordanian economy.The session concluded with a substantive and engaging discussion, during which students Omar Al-Samadi and Ahmad Obeidat raised questions regarding mechanisms for enhancing student access to European scholarships. The Ambassador responded to a range of inquiries concerning the European Union’s positions on current regional and international issues, reaffirming the EU’s commitment to empowering Jordanian youth and supporting the development of future-oriented competencies aligned with the evolving demands of the digital and green economy, within the framework of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two sides.