AMMAN — Minister of Environment Ayman Suleiman said on Thursday that the governmental steering committee formally began preparing the executive programme to curb random littering for the years 2026–27, following the committee’s first meeting, chaired by the Prime Minister and attended by all members.

 

The move comes as part of the government’s efforts to improve public cleanliness and protect the environment and public health across all governorates of the Kingdom, according to a ministry statement.

 

Suleiman said the meeting discussed a comprehensive and integrated strategy to address the phenomenon of random waste dumping nationwide, noting that the executive programme aims to improve cleanliness levels in streets, public squares, public areas and forests.

 

The plan also focuses on developing waste management infrastructure, including increasing the number of waste containers and improving collection, transport, and sustainable disposal methods, he said

 

It also aims to intensify cleaning operations through specialised teams working regularly and to strengthen monitoring and enforcement of environmental legislation to effectively address violations.

 

He added that the prime minister stressed during the meeting that random dumping of waste is unacceptable under any circumstances, emphasising that maintaining cleanliness is a shared responsibility.

 

"The prime minister directed ministries and relevant institutions to intensify public cleanliness campaigns, strengthen law enforcement against violators, and ensure that efforts are continuous rather than seasonal," the minister said.

 

"He also called for parallel awareness campaigns targeting schools, universities, places of worship, and the media to promote behavioural change and enhance environmental awareness across all segments of society."

 

Suleiman noted that the steering committee includes the ministers of local administration, public works and housing, government communication, awqaf and Islamic affairs and holy sites, interior, finance, agriculture, tourism and antiquities, in addition to the Chairperson of the Greater Amman Municipality Committee and the public security directorate director.

 

The committee is tasked with formulating the executive plan and overseeing its implementation nationwide to enhance coordination among stakeholders and ensure comprehensive coverage in all areas, stressing that the programme’s success depends on integrated efforts between government institutions, citizens and civil society.

 

The minister also said the executive programme will include the adoption of modern technological tools, such as an automated electronic system to monitor environmental violations linked directly to law enforcement mechanisms, as well as installing cameras on monitoring vehicles to enhance efficiency, follow-up and effective deterrence.

 

The programme will also examine social behaviours related to random littering to develop sustainable, long-term solutions, with a focus on strengthening community participation and encouraging adherence to sound environmental practices.

 

Suleiman said the executive programme represents a qualitative shift in managing cleanliness and tackling random waste dumping, combining infrastructure development, intensified cleaning efforts, enhanced monitoring, the use of modern technology and environmental education.

 

He reiterated the Ministry of Environment’s commitment to working with all ministries, municipalities and relevant institutions to implement the programme efficiently and transparently, ensuring a cleaner and more sustainable environment, improving citizens’ quality of life, enhancing Jordan’s civilised and tourism image, and encouraging investment.