Depok, February 11, 2026 – The Ambassador of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to Indonesia and ASEAN, H.E. Sudqi Atallah Abdel Qader Al Omoush, conducted a working visit to the Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia (UIII) on Wednesday, underscoring a shared commitment to significantly strengthen bilateral cooperation in higher education.

The Ambassador was warmly received by UIII’s leadership, including Rector Prof. Jamhari, M.A., Ph.D.; University Secretary Dr. Chaider S. Bamualim, M.A.; Deputy Rector for Academic Affairs and Research Dr. Phil. Syafiq Hasyim; along with several directors and staff.

The high-level meeting focused on building a robust partnership framework. Key proposals included implementing student and professor exchange programs and fostering broader academic collaborations. Ambassador Al Omoush highlighted a notable disparity in student mobility, pointing out that while more than 400 Jordanian students are currently studying in Hungary, only about 50 are enrolled in Indonesian universities—a gap he believes can be closed.

“Indonesia is an open, pluralistic, and diverse nation that is very accepting of other cultures. This environment is ideal for our students,” stated Ambassador Al Omoush, expressing his confidence in Indonesia as a premier educational destination.

In a significant proposal to deepen cultural and linguistic ties, Rector Prof. Jamhari suggested a collaboration to establish a Center for Arabic Language and Culture at UIII. The Ambassador responded positively, pledging to directly connect UIII with relevant leading institutions in Jordan to develop and support such a program.

A key procedural topic was the foundation for academic collaboration. The Ambassador noted that currently, only 15 Indonesian universities are officially accredited by Jordanian authorities. He emphasized the need for concerted efforts to accredit more Indonesian institutions, which would facilitate smoother recognition of credits, degrees, and joint research initiatives.

“Expanding the list of accredited universities is a crucial step. It will unlock the full potential for partnership, allowing more Indonesian universities, including UIII, to engage in meaningful collaborations with Jordanian counterparts,” he explained.

The visit builds upon an important meeting between Ambassador Al Omoush and Indonesia’s Minister of Religious Affairs, Nasaruddin Umar, in Jakarta July last year, where both parties committed to enhancing cooperation in education and training.

Prof. Jamhari, speaking on behalf of UIII, welcomed the Ambassador’s supportive stance. “Beyond exchanges, we see great value in creating a dedicated hub for Arabic language and cultural studies at UIII. We appreciate the Ambassador’s commitment to link us with key partners in Jordan, which will greatly enrich our academic offerings and cross-cultural mission,” the Rector stated.

The meeting concluded with a mutual agreement to promptly follow up with technical teams. Both sides are committed to translating the discussion into actionable plans, aiming to formalize agreements and launch pilot programs in the near future, thereby cementing the educational bridge between Jordan and Indonesia. []