Jordan Customs launches security enhancement project in Aqaba

Jordanian Customs Director General, Major General Ahmed Al-Akalik, has inaugurated a project to enhance the customs security system in Aqaba. The initiative was launched in the presence of the Japanese Ambassador to Jordan, Mr. Asari Hideki.

Supported by a grant from the Japanese government through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the project aims to modernize inspection and control systems. The goal is to improve the efficiency of handling international shipping and trade while strengthening border security and protecting the national economy from smuggling and security risks.

Major General Al-Akalik stated that developing customs operations and fostering international partnerships are core priorities for the Jordanian Customs Department. The project is expected to balance security requirements with the facilitation of legitimate trade, reinforcing Aqaba’s position as a major gateway for logistics and services.