Academics Highlight National Priorities in King's Speech from the Throne

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Academics and specialists said the Speech from the Throne delivered by His Majesty King Abdullah II at the opening of the ordinary ...

ZARQA, Nov. 3 (Petra) -- Academics and specialists said the Speech from the Throne delivered by His Majesty King Abdullah II at the opening of the ordinary session of Parliament outlined key national, political and economic priorities for the coming period.

Dr. Anas Khalayleh, head of the Zarqa branch of the Reform Party, said Jordanians followed the speech with great interest, noting that its messages reaffirmed the Kingdom’s national principles and priorities. He highlighted the King's emphasis on national unity, confidence in Jordanians, rejecting extremism and terrorism, and confronting any attempts to undermine the country's security.

Khalayleh also pointed to the role of the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army and security agencies in protecting the Kingdom and safeguarding its sovereignty, expressing hope that Jordan would remain a place of security and stability.

Dr. Abdulkarim Al-Suwailmeen said the speech addressed the protection of the domestic front through efforts to confront terrorism and extremist groups, honor those killed in the line of duty, and uphold state authority and the rule of law. He also highlighted the King's emphasis that no one should be exempt from accountability for abusing public office, describing public service as a responsibility rather than a privilege.

He further noted the speech's reaffirmation of Jordan's position on the Palestinian cause and the Hashemite Custodianship, stressing that regional security cannot be achieved without safeguarding the rights of the Palestinian people. He also highlighted water security as a national priority and Parliament's role in legislation and oversight, alongside the importance of respectful debate.

Dr. Harbi Rahhamneh said the King had called on Parliament to represent citizens, protect the public interest and oversee government performance.

He added that achieving justice and equality requires fair legislation, effective parliamentary oversight, accountability for officials, protection of public funds…

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