Jordan
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The Speech from the Throne: A Constitutional Tradition Since 1929 and Royal Attire in Two Colors
Al-Taj News – Today, the occasion of the Speech from the Throne is renewed with His Majesty King Abdullah II opening the proceedings of the third ordinary session of the National Assembly, in a constitutional tradition dating back to 1929, associated with special royal ceremonies—most notably the Throne attire worn by His Majesty during the opening of parliamentary sessions. The…
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The King Opens Today the Third Ordinary Session of the National Assembly
Al-Taj News – His Majesty King Abdullah II opens today, Monday, the proceedings of the third ordinary session of the National Assembly, comprising both the Senate and the House of Representatives, by delivering the Speech from the Throne before both chambers convened together. On September 30, two Royal Decrees were issued; the first stipulated postponing the meeting of the National…
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Jordan Condemns the Attack on a Qatari Gas Tanker in the Arabian Gulf
Al-Taj News – Jordan condemned on Sunday the attack on the liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker “Al Mayeda,” owned by Qatar Gas Transport Company Limited “Nakilat,” while sailing in the waters of the Arabian Gulf, considering it a violation of international law and a threat to the freedom of maritime navigation. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates emphasized in…
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Ministers of Youth and Environment Launch the Local Conference of Youth on Climate Change “LCOY Jordan 2026”
Al-Taj News – The Ministers of Youth and Environment inaugurated today, Sunday, the proceedings of the Local Conference of Youth on Climate Change “LCOY Jordan 2026,” organized by the Ministries of Youth and Environment, Generations For Peace, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), and the Sanawbar Foundation for Environment and Development, at Al Hussein Youth City. The event was attended…
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Government Approves the Validating Reasons for a Draft Law Amending the Societies Law
Al-Taj News – The Cabinet decided in its session held on Sunday, headed by Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan, to approve the validating reasons for a draft law amending the Societies Law for the year 2026; in preparation for referring it to the Legislation and Opinion Bureau to proceed with the procedures for its approval according to due process. The draft…
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Government Approves the Validating Reasons for a Draft Law Amending the Administrative Judiciary Law
Al-Taj News – The Cabinet decided in its session held on Sunday, headed by Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan, to approve the validating reasons for a draft law amending the Administrative Judiciary Law for the year 2026; in preparation for referring it to the Legislation and Opinion Bureau to proceed with the procedures for its enactment according to constitutional procedures. The…
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Amendments to Develop the Administrative Structures of the Food and Drug Administration and the Accreditation Commission
Al-Taj News – The Cabinet decided in its session held today, Sunday, headed by Prime Minister Dr. Jaafar Hassan, to approve the validating reasons for the draft administrative organization bylaw of the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission for the year 2026, and the validating reasons for the draft administrative organization bylaw of the Jordan Food and Drug Administration for the…
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Civil Status: 7 Million Smart IDs Issued Since Their Launch in 2016
Al-Taj News – The Director General of the Civil Status and Passports Department, Ghaith Al-Tayeb, affirmed the importance of continuing to develop the smart ID card system, modernizing its technical infrastructure, and enhancing its capabilities in the fields of identity verification, data security, and digital protection, in line with technological developments and the requirements of administrative modernization and digital transformation…
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Royal Decree Appoints Al-Smadi as Chief Islamic Justice
Al-Taj News – A Royal Decree has been issued appointing His Eminence Sheikh Kamal Ali Saleh Al-Smadi as Chief Islamic Justice as of 1/11/2026. A Royal Decree had also been issued accepting the resignation of Al-Smadi from his position as President of the Sharia Judicial Council as of 1/11/2026. A Royal Decree was also issued accepting the resignation of His…
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Prince El Hassan bin Talal Emphasizes the Importance of Adopting a Shared Human Vision to Enhance Peace and Stability in the Region
Al-Taj News – His Royal Highness Prince El Hassan bin Talal emphasized the importance of adopting a comprehensive human vision to promote peace and stability in the Mediterranean region, based on respect for human dignity and rights, and consolidating justice and cooperation among peoples, stressing that true security is not limited to border protection and maintaining military balances, but rather…
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