Written by Engineer Zaid Nafaa, Secretary-General of Azm Party:
In a time when leadership recedes amid the noise, and vision disappears amid storms of interests, His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein proves once again that true leadership is measured by steadiness rather than rhetoric, and by achievements rather than slogans.
The Amman Summit between Jordan and the European Union served as a live testament to this approach, and a practical translation of ongoing royal efforts that have re-established Jordan at the heart of international equations, not as a state seeking support, but as a partner in shaping decisions and building stability.
Amman Summit: A culmination of deep-rooted royal diplomacy
The summit was not born out of a sudden circumstance, but was the fruit of deep-rooted royal diplomacy, through which His Majesty the King has cemented Jordan's image as a state of reason, reliability, balance, and soft power respected in the corridors of European decision-making.
From Amman, a clear message was launched that Jordan, under its Hashemite leadership, is no longer just the first line of defense for regional stability, but a fundamental strategic partner in shaping its future.
The convening of the summit in the capital Amman itself carried a deep political significance, confirming that Jordan is no longer a recipient of support, but a partner in shaping visions and solutions in a highly complex regional moment.
From quiet diplomacy to a comprehensive strategic partnership
The summit crowned a long course of active royal diplomacy, based on:
•Building trust with European capitals
•Presenting Jordan as a model of a stable state amidst a turbulent environment
•Linking security, development, and political justice as inseparable pillars
This course culminated in an upgrade of relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership, moving from the framework of traditional support to a long-term alliance of interests.
Tangible agreements... and European support matching the challenges
The outcomes of the summit highlighted a transformation of political intentions into practical commitments, through:
•A package of financial and economic aid to support financial stability and enhance the capacity of the national economy
•Direct developmental grants for vital sectors affecting citizens' lives
•Stimulating strategic European investments in infrastructure, energy, and water
•Renewing European commitment to support Jordan in the refugee dossier, recognizing the humanitarian role played by the kingdom
These agreements reflected an increasing European conviction that the stability of Jordan is a direct European interest, not merely a commitment of solidarity.
Jordan: An essential security and political partner
In the security dimension, the summit confirmed that Jordan:
•Forms a fundamental pillar in combating terrorism and extremism
•Possesses advanced institutional experience in managing borders and migration
•Serves as a fulcrum for regional stability in an area where crises intersect
Hence, there was consensus on deepening security and defense dialogue, reflecting a transition of the relationship to a level of strategic coordination.
His Majesty the King's speech in the European Parliament: A clear, explicit, and fundamental moral and political stance.
The summit was preceded and accompanied by His Majesty the King's speech in the European Parliament, which formed an intellectual and political reference for this advanced partnership.
His Majesty focused on clear messages, notably:
•That fair peace is not a luxury, but a condition for global stability
•That the Palestinian issue remains the core of the conflict, and cannot be bypassed or managed with security tools alone
•That double standards undermine confidence in the international system
•Calling for a more independent and influential European role in peace-making
His Majesty affirmed that Jordan would remain a voice of reason, moderation, and international legitimacy.
Royal leadership transforms challenges into leverage
What was achieved in Amman would not have been possible without:
•A clear royal vision that anticipates crises and does not merely manage them
•A balanced foreign policy that combines steadiness and flexibility
•A high ability to turn regional burdens into a lever for international partnerships
His Majesty the King successfully established that supporting Jordan is an investment in both regional and European security.
The significance of the summit: Beyond politics to the future
The Amman Summit carries messages that transcend its temporal moment, the most important being:
•Jordan's transition from a position of recipient to an influential partner
•Advanced European recognition of the dangers of political voids in the Middle East
•An emphasis that real stability begins with supporting moderate and institutional states
Jordan is steadfast... and the partnership moves forward
The Amman Summit reaffirms that Jordan, under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II, proceeds steadfastly in cementing its international standing, and that its presence is measured not by material capabilities, but by leadership, credibility, and commitment to principles.
As for the partnership with the European Union, it has entered a new phase clearly titled:
Investing in stability, building the future, and working together for a fair and lasting peace in the region.
