The Speech from the Throne delivered by His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein at the opening of the third session of the 20th Parliament yesterday formed a roadmap that outlined the features of the future and defined the national priorities that the state seeks to achieve. It is not merely an official speech, but a comprehensive vision that looks toward the future and strengthens the march of development, modernization, and reform.
The Royal Speech from the Throne can be read as a political and strategic address that draws the features of the next phase, defines the priorities of the Jordanian state, and affirms the nature of the relationship between authorities and the responsibility of constitutional institutions in facing challenges and realizing the aspirations of citizens.
The importance of the speech lies not only in the issues it addressed but also in the political, economic, and social messages His Majesty the King intended to convey to the legislative and executive branches, and to Jordanian society in general.
His Majesty the King began his speech by referring to the recent terrorist attacks and remembering the martyrs of Karak, emphasizing that Jordan will not allow any party to threaten its security, stability, and national unity.
Here, the Royal message can be read on two levels: The first level is the affirmation that Jordan's security and stability are a red line, and that the state possesses the will and the ability to protect its citizens.
The second level is the affirmation that the state's strength does not rely on its security and military apparatuses alone, but is also based on the awareness of citizens, their cohesion, and their rejection of all forms of extremism and division.
The political implication is that: National security is a shared responsibility, and a cohesive internal front is the primary guarantee for facing challenges.
His Majesty the King began his remarks regarding the Karak incident and the terrorist crime, emphasizing that the terrorist outlaws have no place in Jordanian society.
The Speech from the Throne represented a national vision that looks toward the future, defined paths of work and achievement, and served as an invitation to all citizens to participate in building a modern Jordan, translating Royal directives into tangible achievements that serve the nation and the citizen, and protecting Jordan’s security, stability, and national unity.
The Speech from the Throne is an important national occasion in which His Majesty the King clarified his vision for the future of Jordan and his priorities in the political, economic, social, and security fields, while emphasizing the importance of the role of security apparatuses in protecting the nation.
His Majesty the King reaffirmed the steadfast Jordanian position regarding the Palestinian cause and the necessity for the Palestinian people to obtain their legitimate rights on their land, noting the ongoing humanitarian tragedy in Gaza and the violations in the West Bank and Jerusalem.
This message confirms the continuation of the Jordanian role in defending the Palestinian cause, considering it a central issue without which regional security and stability cannot be achieved through a just solution.
The political implication: Jordan adheres to its national and humanitarian principles and rejects attempts to impose a *fait accompli* or alter historical and political realities.
The speech carried noble Royal directives emphasizing the importance of building a strong, modern state capable of facing challenges, investing in opportunities, and achieving sustainable development.
The speech also represented a compass guiding efforts toward a better future based on work and achievement, cementing the values of citizenship and belonging, strengthening the rule of law, and achieving justice and equal opportunity.
Water security received significant attention from His Majesty the King, as he views water as a national and strategic security issue that cannot be compromised. The rule of law is considered one of the basic pillars in the noble Speech from the Throne by His Majesty King Abdullah II, as it is the foundation of the institutional state, justice, and equality.
Furthermore, His Majesty’s focus on confronting the threat of terrorism, in reference to the terrorist crime in Karak, comes in the context of fortifying Jordan's security and stability; terrorism is considered one of the important issues that require national and international cooperation to confront, due to the threat it poses to the security of states and the stability of societies. His Majesty emphasizes that the blood of the martyrs is our responsibility, which points to the importance of combating terrorism and extremism, confronting the terrorist outlaws, spreading a culture of moderation and tolerance, and strengthening the rule of law and protecting the security of citizens.
The Speech from the Throne indicates that confronting terrorism is not limited to the security and military aspect but includes strengthening national unity and social cohesion, spreading moderate Islamic thought, fighting extremist ideology, protecting human rights and the rule of law, in addition to strengthening international cooperation to confront terrorist organizations and addressing the social and economic conditions that may contribute to the spread of extremism.
The Speech from the Throne affirms that Jordan's security and stability is a shared national responsibility, and that combating terrorism requires the concerted efforts of the leadership, the government, the security apparatuses, and the citizens, while adhering to the tolerant values of Islam, moderation, and tolerance.
His Majesty the King concluded his speech by emphasizing that Jordanians are the object of his trust and that dialogue on public affairs is a legitimate right guaranteed by the Constitution.
Here, an important political message emerges: a strong state does not fear dialogue and responsible criticism, but relies on the participation of citizens, their awareness, and their ability to express their opinions.
His Majesty’s emphasis on the etiquette of disagreement also reflects the importance of maintaining a balance between freedom of expression and national responsibility.
The political implication: What is required is to build a relationship based on mutual trust, participation, and respect for the opinions of others, and to move away from hate speech and skepticism.
The Speech from the Throne is an important national occasion in which His Majesty the King clarified the state’s orientations in various fields, including the political field, in terms of strengthening democracy and developing political life.
Translating the contents of the Speech from the Throne into a tangible reality is a shared responsibility that requires the concerted efforts of institutions and individuals, so that Jordan remains a model of determination and achievement and moves steadily toward a more prosperous and advanced future.
The Speech from the Throne defined the features of public policies in Jordan and emphasized national constants and the protection of achievements. Additionally, it serves as a supreme reference and a national roadmap that guides the work of state institutions and serves as an affirmation of the rule of law; it is the compass for the Jordanian state regarding regional and international issues.
