Amman -- His Majesty King Abdullah on Monday received a delegation from the International Advisory Group (IAG) tasked with reviewing Jordan’s progress in implementing its nuclear programme.

During the meeting attended by Prime Minister Abdullah Ensour, King Abdullah underlined the importance of moving forward with implementing the Jordanian nuclear project to enhance sustainable economic and social development and provide the Kingdom with its energy needs.

The King also voiced Jordan’s interest to become a leading role model in using atomic energy for peaceful purposes and its commitment to the highest levels of safety, in accordance with international best practices.

His Majesty highlighted establishing the research reactor at the Jordan University of Science and Technology to be a regional centre for research and training with the aim of training Jordanians and Arabs in the field of atomic technology.

For his part, Jordan Atomic Energy Commission (JAEC) Chairman Khaled Toukan showcased the IAG efforts in the field of technical consultation to ensure the execution of the vital project within a limited timeframe, committing to international safety standards.