Amman, Nov. 11 (Petra) -- The Arab Thought Forum and the Chinese Embassy in Jordan are exploring new joint cultural and intellectual initiatives aimed at revitalizing a partnership that dates back to 1986.

The plans were discussed during a meeting Tuesday between the forum's Acting Secretary-General Amani Jarrar and Chinese Ambassador Guo Wei at the forum's headquarters in Amman, according to a statement issued Wednesday.

Jarrar called for renewed cooperation with Chinese research and cultural institutions, emphasizing the importance of expanding dialogue and developing joint activities through coordination with the embassy.

She highlighted the forum's longstanding engagement with China, which began in 1986 when Prince Hassan bin Talal, the forum's president and patron, launched a series of Arab-Chinese dialogues in cooperation with Chinese research institutions.

The initiative evolved into meetings in Amman and Beijing, bringing together intellectuals and researchers to discuss cultural relations, civilizational exchange and China's role in regional and international affairs.

Guo welcomed efforts to strengthen the partnership, praising the forum's contribution to promoting understanding between China and the Arab world.
He reaffirmed the embassy's commitment to expanding cooperation and supporting initiatives addressing issues of mutual interest.

The two sides discussed plans for joint seminars, cultural events and intellectual exchanges, alongside a proposed program of activities designed to deepen institutional ties and broaden Arab-Chinese cooperation.

//Petra// RZ

11/11/2026 12:33:39