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The Hashemite leadership has always voiced its conviction that a just and lasting peace in the region cannot be established under an environment marked by oppression, destitution and bloodshed. Therefore, Jordan was the first state to pursue the path of a peaceful settlement to the Arab-Israeli conflict since the Kingdom’s independence. This enshrined the concept of moderation and realism as a cornerstone of Jordanian foreign policy in the region. Therefore, throughout the turbulent decades characterized by intermittent wars, human suffering, political upheaval and radical ideologies that overshadowed the Middle East, Jordan remained committed to its traditional regional role as a force of moderation and a voice of reason.

This position is derived from the realization of the Hashemite Royal Family of its historical responsibilities towards the Arab nation that go beyond its sovereign interests, as well as the underlining moral obligation and commitment towards enhancing solidarity and reconciliation between Arab countries and achieving security, justice and prosperity for the population of this area.

This policy made Jordan a central and vital player in the politics of the region despite the vulnerabilities and constraints that conditioned its foreign policy. In fact, Jordan’s regional role provided the Kingdom with an indispensable asset that helped it overcome its resource limitations.

Jordan’s foreign policy is based on the principle of respect for international legitimacy, the UN Charter and resolutions as well as the sovereignty and territorial integrity of other states.

Jordan and its people are an integral part of the Arab nation and its foreign policy has always asserted and encouraged maintaining brotherly relations with all Arab countries with a view to strengthening pan-Arab solidarity by strengthening the community of interests towards achieving economic prosperity and security.