Agreement between India and Jordan

Question- Recently, the Union Cabinet gave approval for various MoUs signed between India and Jordan. Which of the given options is not true in this regard?

(a) Approval of the proposal for signing a Memorandum of Understanding for cooperation between the two countries in the field of health and medical science.

(b) Approval of agreement between India and Jordan on cooperation and mutual administrative assistance in issues related to customs duties.

(c) Approval of the proposal for signing a Memorandum of Understanding in respect of collaboration between the two countries in the field of labor force.

(d) Approval of signing of Memorandum of Understanding for cooperation in the field of renewable energy between the two countries.

Answer: (d)

Related Facts:

  • On February 28th, 2018, the signing of the following Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Union Cabinet between India and Jordan has been approved.
  1. Approval for signing of MoU for long term supply of Rock Phosphate and Fertilizer/NPK-
  • The purpose of the MoU is mining and beneficiation of rock phosphate and setting up of production facility in Jordan for Phosphoric acid/DAP/NPK fertilizers, with a long term agreement for 100% off-take to India.
  • Such an MoU ensures long term and sustained supply of rock phosphates to India.
  1. Approval of MoU for cooperation in the field of Health and Medicine between India and Jordan-
  • The objective of this MoU is to establish and encourage cooperation in the fields of health, medical science, medical education and research on the basis of equality and mutual benefits in accordance with respective legislations and regulations of India and Jordan.
  • The various recognized areas of mutual cooperation include Universal Health Coverage (UHC); Services and IT in Health; Health Research; National Health Statistics; Diagnosis, Treatment and Medication of TB, and; Regulation of Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices etc.
  1. Approval of Customs Mutual Assistance Agreement-
  • This agreement will help in providing appropriate information for prevention of customs crimes and their investigation.
  • The trade between the two countries is likely to accelerate and speedily get clearance for commodities to be traded.
  • This agreement will provide a legal framework for sharing information and understanding between the customs officials of the two countries.
  • It will be helpful in implementing customs laws through proper means, prevention and investigation of customs crimes and facilitating legal trade.
  • The draft of the agreement has been finalized with the consent of the Customs Administration of the two countries.
  1. Approval of Manpower Cooperation Agreement-
  • This MoU provides for cooperation between India and Jordan with a view to promote best practices in the administration of the cycle of contract employment of the Indian nationals in Jordan.
  • The legal period of this MoU is 5 years.
  • This agreement also includes provision of automatic renewal and a monitoring mechanism through the Joint Technical Committee.

Reference:
http://www.mea.gov.in/incoming-visit-detail.htm?29518/Visit+of+the+King+of+Jordan+to+India+February+27++March+01+2018
http://www.mea.gov.in/incoming-visit-detail.htm?29527/List+of+MoUsAgreements+signed+during+the+Visit+of+the+King+of+Jordan+to+India+March+01+2018
http://www.mea.gov.in/incoming-visit-detail.htm?29518/Visit+of+the+King+of+Jordan+to+India+February+27++March+01+2018
http://www.mea.gov.in/incoming-visit-detail.htm?29519/Visit+of+the+King+of+Jordan+to+India+February+27++March+01+201