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The system of government is parliamentary with a hereditary monarchy, and is based on the principle of separation between the three branches of government
Speech from the Throne
His Majesty King Abdullah II's speech from the throne at the Eighteenth Parliament First Ordinary Session...more
Royal SpeechesDesignation of Dr Hani Mulki
Sixth Discussion Paper
"The absence of rule of law and its fair application was a major factor that contributed to the situation today" - His Majesty King Abdullah II...more
Discussion PapersLearn More
Coat of Arms
The Coat of Arms of Jordan was designed in 1921, symbolising that the system of government in Jordan...more
History of the Hashemites
The Hashemites are named after Hashem, the great grandfather of Prophet Mohammad (peace be upon him) from the Mecca-based tribe of Quraysh...more
Discussion Papers
His Majesty King Abdullah II expresses a clear and consistent vision for comprehensive reform and the future of Jordanian democracy through a series of discussion papers...more