Every year, as January 30th approaches, the Jordanian people renew a deeply significant national event, which is the birthday of His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein, may God protect him. This occasion is not just a ceremonial celebration, but a moment to reflect on a journey filled with achievements, and the visionary outlook that has shaped modern Jordan, making it a model of stability and generosity in a turbulent region.
Since His Majesty assumed his constitutional powers, he has been steering the Jordanian ship with wisdom and balance, consolidating a state of institutions and law, and presenting a unique model of gradual reform that respects national characteristics. In a time when the region has witnessed radical transformations, wars, and disturbances, Jordan has maintained its stability and security, thanks to the wise leadership policy that places the supreme interests of the nation above all considerations.
On the international front, Jordan has established its presence as a "voice of reason," a supporter of peace, and a staunch defender of crucial Arab issues, with the Palestinian cause at the forefront. His Majesty has also relentlessly preserved the Hashemite custodianship of the Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem, embodying the ongoing Hashemite role in defending Jerusalem and its values of tolerance.
The birthday celebration embodies the robust relationship between the leader and his people, a relationship based on closeness and direct communication, with a constant focus on making the citizen the center and goal of development. Through his continuous field visits to various provinces and direct meetings with citizens, His Majesty keenly follows the concerns of the people and their aspirations, always directing to address them as a priority of the government.
His Majesty, may God protect him, has given special attention to youth and women, believing that their empowerment is fundamental to societal development. The sectors of education, health, social services, and infrastructure have also received significant attention, based on the firm belief that the strength of the state is measured by its ability to improve the quality of life for its citizens and ensure justice and equal opportunities for all.
King's birthday carries a symbolic dimension that reflects the historical Hashemite role in protecting the Jordanian national identity, which combines authenticity and openness. His Majesty has worked to preserve the cultural and intellectual diversity that characterizes Jordanian society, considering culture as a true lever for development and a tool for building national awareness based on the values of dialogue, tolerance, and moderation.
Through supporting creativity in its various forms and promoting a moderate, enlightened religious discourse, Jordan has presented a contemporary Islamic civilizational model that embodies the message of peace and coexistence to the world. This model is a practical translation of the Hashemite leadership's philosophy that believes the future is built on foundations of aware and open thought capable of interacting with the demands of the age without compromising constants.
Celebrating King Abdullah II's birthday is, at its core, a sincere national expression of the Jordanian people's gratitude for a leadership journey dedicated to serving the nation and its citizens. It is a journey that has seen the building of strong, fair, and solid state institutions, capable of facing challenges and seizing opportunities.
This occasion is also a renewed call to draw inspiration from the values of belonging, loyalty, and giving, and to work responsibly to continue the journey and move forward behind the Hashemite leadership, towards a brighter and more prosperous future that befits Jordan's stature and history, and fulfills the aspirations of its people.
Wishing His Majesty the King, the leader of the journey, a very happy and safe year.
And wishing dear Jordan and its loyal people a very happy year, under the wise Hashemite leadership.
