Eco Cities of the Mediterranean Forum 2008
Welcome Note from the Minister of Environment
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Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority
The Aqaba Special Economic Zone is a world class Red Sea business hub and leisure destination enhancing the quality of life and prosperity of the community through sustainable development and a driving force for the economic growth of Jordan.
www.aqabazone.com
The King Hussein bin Talal Development Area
Strategically located at the crossroads of major transportation highways linking Jordan, Syria, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia and comprising 21 km2 of land within its officially designated boundaries, the KHBTDA represents an extraordinary opportunity for world class industrial, commercial and community development. With regional markets exceeding 300 million inhabitants, the potential to connect overland routes with access to major regional ports, and the planned conversion of the adjacent King Hussein Airbase into a mixed use airport, the site has the potential to become not only a leading location for industrial production, but also a regional transportation hub for onward movement of goods from throughout the region.
To manage the establishment, planning and development of the site, the Government of Jordan established the Mafraq Development Corporation (MDC) with startup capital from Jordan’s Social Security Investment Unit (SSIU). The new Development Areas Law formalizes MDC’s role as the Master Developer of the KHBTDA.
IUCN
IUCN, the International Union for the Conservation of Nature, helps the world find pragmatic solutions to our most pressing environment and development challenges. IUCN supports scientific research; manages field projects all over the world; and brings governments, non-government organizations, United Nations agencies, companies and local communities together to develop and implement policy, laws and best practice. www.iucn.org/wame
Kempinski Hotel, Ishtar, Dead Sea
Founded in Germany 111 years ago, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury. For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, nobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual. In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.
www.kempinski-deadsea.com
The National Energy Research Center (NERC) was founded in Amman - Jordan in 1998 as a result of the Jordanian Government vision towards consolidating all of the efforts in the energy field; for the purposes of research, development and training in the fields of new & renewable energy and improving energy efficiency in the different sectors. NERC is considered as one of the specialized science and technology centers working under the umbrella of Higher Council for Science and Technology (HCST).
UNEP
UNEP’s mission is to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for
the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve
their quality of life without compromising that of future generations. UNEP is an
advocate, educator, catalyst and facilitator, promoting the wise use of the planet’s
natural assets for sustainable development. UNEP works with many partners: United
Nations entities, international organizations, national governments, non-governmental
organizations, business, industry, the media and civil society.
JORDAN LAND MAGAZINE Specialized in Real Estate, Investment, and Buildings
Jordan Land magazine is the first Arab bimonthly real estate magazine published in Jordan and launched its first issue in August/September 2005. Jordan Land covers real estate projects and activities, investments news, and building activities in Jordan, Gulf region, Middle East and North Africa.
Jordan Land is distributed to VIP, real estate managers, Investors, Investment companies, Engineering consultants, and main contractors, in MENA region. It has an excellent distribution database and high class subscribers in MENA region.
The Jordan Times is an English language political daily published by the Jordan Press Foundation since October 26, 1975. It is the only English language daily in Jordan.The Jordan Times is regarded among the leading English language dailies in the Arab world. The Jordan Times provides comprehensive coverage and analysis of national, regional and world events on a daily basis. The Jordan Times is considered as one of the most important English language sources of cultural, economic, social and political information in the Arab world.
The first issue of the Arabic political daily Al Rai appeared on the newsstand on June 2, 1971 and has continued publication ever since.
Right from the beginning Al Rai was meant to be a newspaper dedicated to serving the nation and the Jordanian citizens regardless of their standing or ethnic origin. Al Rai aims to highlight the message of journalism, boost Jordanian citizens’ pride in the Kingdom’s achievements and at the same time defend the public freedom and respect people’s private lives.
Aramex is a global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions. Established in 1982 as an express operator, the company rapidly transformed itself into a global brand recognized for its quality service and unique multi-product offering.