Discussion Papers
Since ascending the Throne in 1999, His Majesty King Abdullah II has expressed a clear and consistent vision for comprehensive reform and the future of Jordanian democracy. In this series of discussion papers, His Majesty lays out perspectives on specific elements of our journey towards realizing that future. The aim of these papers is to facilitate a national conversation around our reform roadmap and democratic transformation to build consensus, encourage citizens’ participation in decision-making, and sustain the constructive momentum for reform.
First Discussion Paper: Our Journey to Forge Our Path Towards Democracy
National lists and candidates across the country have begun their election campaigns for the next Parliament, launching an intense, short election period, in which every day matters,
Second Discussion Paper: Making Our Democratic System Work for All Jordanians
Democracy is fundamentally something active, something we do as citizens and as a country. In Jordan, the basis for our democracy is the Constitution
Third Discussion Paper: Each Playing Our Part in a New Democracy
The transition to parliamentary government, like democracy itself, is always work in progress. Stakeholders at every level must constantly be aware
Fourth Discussion Paper: Towards Democratic Empowerment and Active Citizenship
Some have argued in the West, and even within our communities, that the Arab world is not interested in or suited for modern politics.
Fifth Discussion Paper: Goals, Achievements and Conventions: Pillars for Deepening Our Democratic Transition
Almost two years ago, I started contributing to the national debate on reforms in the Kingdom through a series of discussion papers
Sixth Discussion Paper: Rule of Law and Civil State
In my previous five discussion papers, I put forward several ideas and visions related to Jordan’s political reform path. These included advancing
Seventh Discussion Paper: Developing Human Resources and Education Imperative for Jordan’s Progress
Education has lately been the subject of heated global debate. It has been heartening to see this trend pick up in our part of the world, Jordan in particular