The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) of Jordan, in partnership with the RIPE Network Coordination Centre (RIPE NCC), has successfully concluded a three-day regional training programme on Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) in Amman. The initiative aimed to strengthen network readiness and support the modernisation of digital infrastructure in Jordan and Syria.
The programme brought together telecommunications operators and Internet service providers from both countries, alongside regional and international partners including the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), GSMA and Arab Regulators Network of Telecommunications and ICT (ARISPA).
The training forms part of ongoing joint capacity-building efforts under a Memorandum of Understanding between the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission and the RIPE NCC. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to building a secure, resilient and future-ready Internet infrastructure aligned with regional digital priorities and Arab cooperation frameworks.
Her Excellency Ms Lara Al-Khatib, Chairperson of the TRC Board of Commissioners, stated that hosting the programme demonstrates Jordan’s commitment to advancing national and regional network preparedness. She noted that IPv6 adoption has become a practical necessity to sustain Internet growth, enhance cybersecurity and ensure infrastructure can support expanding digital services and the broader digital economy.
Dr Chafic Chaya, Regional Manager for Public Policy and Government Affairs at the RIPE NCC, said the training aligns with the organisation’s strategy to provide technical expertise and capacity building to members across the region, enabling a smooth and secure transition to IPv6.
The workshop delivered structured sessions over three days. The first day focused on core IPv6 concepts, its strategic importance and deployment planning methodologies. The second and third days provided advanced technical training covering configuration, routing, deployment strategies and network security. Participants engaged in hands-on exercises designed to prepare technical teams for upcoming deployment phases and support an organised migration from IPv4 to IPv6 environments.
The initiative aligns with decisions of the Arab ICT Ministers Council and contributes to broader international frameworks, including the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the WSIS+20 process and the Global Digital Compact (GDC). The programme reinforces both organisations’ commitment to expanding meaningful connectivity and accelerating digital transformation across the region.
The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission, established in 1995, is Jordan’s national regulatory authority overseeing telecommunications, information technology and postal services. It works to ensure high-quality communication services, promote fair competition and advance Jordan’s digital economy and regional innovation leadership.
