Professor Dr. Abdelbaset Athamneh, Director of the Center for Sustainable Development Studies at Yarmouk University, participated in a cultural symposium organized by the university's Library Department. The symposium centered on a reading of the book "The Thought of King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein – A Reading in the Philosophy of Economic Development for Jordan 1999-2033," a work that highlights the royal visions for comprehensive and sustainable development in the Kingdom.

The symposium, moderated by Dr. Riyad Al-Yassin, was attended by interested individuals, led by Dr. Mohammad Shakhatreh, Director of the Library Department. The book's authors, Dr. Omar Al-Omari and Professor Ahmed Jaradat, also attended and provided the audience with a comprehensive presentation on the book's main themes and its importance in understanding Jordan's development process.

Dr. Athamneh emphasized the importance of such symposiums in promoting awareness of Jordanian developmental thought, noting that the Center for Sustainable Development Studies' participation comes within its continuous efforts to link academic research with pressing national development issues. He praised the efforts made in authoring the book, which is considered a valuable reference for researchers and decision-makers.

Attendees considered the symposium a vital platform for discussion and exchange of ideas on the philosophy of economic development adopted by Jordan under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II, and its impact on various vital sectors, reviewing future challenges and opportunities. This activity is part of a series of cultural events organized by the Library Department aimed at enriching the cultural and knowledge scene at the university and in the local community.