​The University of Jordan (UJ), on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding with the Aqaba Governorate Council aimed at establishing a residence for female students on the campus of the University in Aqaba.

The memorandum of understanding was signed by UJ President, Prof. Nathir Obeidat, and the Aqaba Governorate Council President Imad Amr.

The signing ceremony was attended by UJ-Aqaba President, Prof. Ghaleb Abbasi, UJ vice-presidents, Prof. Salameh Alnaimat, Prof. Ashraf Abu Karaky, Prof. Muhammad Alshraideh, Prof. Innam Khalaf, and Director of the Media, Public Relations and Radio Unit, Dr. Muhammad Wasef, as well as members of the provincial council.