Austrian Ambassador visited GJU
Amman, 13 December 2011
H.E the Austrian Ambassador Mag. Astrid Harz discussed means of cooperation between GJU and the Austrian embassy in the fields of education, science and culture during her visit to the university on Wednesday, 7 December, 2011 where she met some of GJU students studying translation at the School of Languages.
H.E Mag. Harz said that she is extremely impressed by the level of openness, transparency and hospitality of the Jordanian society. She also emphasized the strong cultural, economic and political ties between Jordan and Austria.
During the meeting, H.E Mag. Harz also articulated the achievements of the political and economic systems in Austria and the prevailing social structure in the country. Additionally, she assured that the embassy is willing to cooperate with the University to introduce the cultural heritage, traditions and life styles in both countries.
Dr. Khaireddin Abdulhadi, Acting Head of Department of Arabic, said that this meeting comes in light of the University vision which aims for approaching different institutions of civil society and diplomatic bodies in Jordan.
Q &A session was held at the end of the discussion, where H.E Mag. Harz answered all questions and inquiries.