National institutions voice support after security threat neutralised by GID

AMMAN — The General Intelligence Department (GID) has recently announced the successful foiling of a plot aimed at undermining national security, inciting chaos, and committing acts of sabotage within the Kingdom. 

The announcement has sparked a wave of solidarity from institutions across the country.

Association of Banks in Jordan Chairman Basem Khalil Salem emphasised in a statement to The Jordan Times that national security is not just a slogan but a deep-rooted commitment and a pillar of Jordan’s identity.

“Our position is not situational, it stems from a deep belief that the security of Jordan is the essence of our existence, and upholding the rule of law is a red line,” Salem said, condemning any attempts to destabilise the country. He also reaffirmed the banking sector’s ongoing role in maintaining the Kingdom’s stability.

Echoing this sentiment, the HIMAM coalition of Jordanian civil society organisations expressed its full support for national security during the celebration of National Flag Day on April 16.

In a statement to The Jordan Times, HIMAM said its members take great pride in Jordan’s accomplishments and stand united in defence of the nation’s safety and stability, calling national security “an inviolable red line”. The coalition also underscored the importance of reinforcing national unity, ensuring fair judicial proceedings, and upholding the rule of law.

Labour unions also joined in expressing their solidarity. The Jordan Press Association also welcomed the GID’s announcement, commending the professionalism and coordinated efforts of Jordan’s security and military agencies in protecting the Kingdom’s sovereignty.

On social media, citizens across the country voiced their appreciation for the unity shown by Jordan’s security forces and national institutions, underscoring that safeguarding the Kingdom’s sovereignty remains a shared and unwavering priority.