Under the Patronage of the Crown Prince… 'Tawasul 2025' Forum Kicks Off Today - Jordan News
Media partners co-organizing the event include Jordan TV, Al Mamlaka TV, Roya Media Group, Amman TV, Al-Raya Media Group, Sada Podcast Platform, Mussajil Platform, Al-Sharika, Al-Mabda' Podcast, Caravan Program, and many other partners involved in interactive activities held throughout the day. (Al Mamlaka)
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