AMMAN, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- Jordanian Prime Minister Hani Mulki called on Sunday for the empowerment of youth to fight terrorism, as the young people could play a key role in the battle against terrorism, state-run Petra news agency reported.
At the opening of the 14th meeting of the Arab Youth, the prime minister said that fighting terrorism was not only through military operations, but also on ideological level.
It was vital to protect young people from being influenced by the propaganda of terrorism and extremism, he stressed.
He reiterated Jordan's determination to fight terrorism at all fronts, adding that Jordan had adopted a clear strategy and vision in combating terrorism.
Jordan will continue to make an effort to defend the image of Islam that promotes tolerance and moderation, he said.
Minister of Youth Haditha Khreisha also said it was important to empower the youth in the fight against terrorism, stressing that increased collaboration is necessary in this regard.