By Ambassador Ali Abu Ali Krishan Under the shade of the Hashemite banner and on the land of the first pledge of allegiance, where the history of modern Jordan meets the towering Sharah Mountains, and drawing inspiration from the legacy of Petra and the sands of Wadi Rum, the city of Ma’an—by a generous invitation from His Excellency Dr Barakat Awajan—hosted on Friday, 26 December 2025, the activities of the 31st National Forum. The forum forms part of a national initiative launched by the visionary political thinker and deeply patriotic figure, His Excellency Dr Awad Khalifat, may God protect him. Participants described this initiative as the most successful, strongest, and most deeply rooted in the Kingdom’s modern political history. Renewed in thought and sustained in giving, it speaks to the conscience of the state and the soul of the nation, addressing Jordanians’ concerns at a historic moment marked by regional and international transformations that call for renewed commitment and reaffirmation of national constants. The 31st forum was held in Ma’an, the land of the pledge and the Kingdom’s first capital, a historic city that witnessed in 1920 the first pledge to establish the modern Jordanian state, when Arab leaders and Jordanian tribal elders pledged loyalty to the founding King Abdullah I bin Al Hussein. This choice underscores the continuity between past and present, and the importance of drawing lessons from history, as Ma’an stands not only as a geographic location but as a political space carrying the memory of state-building and the spirit of loyalty that gave birth to an exceptional state in a turbulent region. What distinguishes Dr Khalifat’s initiative is its ability to spread and take root across the Kingdom—from north to south, east to west, in rural areas, cities, and desert communities—free from regionalism, factionalism, or narrow affiliations. This wide reach reflects two key realities: first, the initiative responds to a genuine national need; second, it resonates with citizens’ concerns and aspirations across the country. A political analyst noted that Dr Khalifat’s initiative is not merely a periodic event, but a national intellectual and political movement aimed at strengthening national awareness across all segments of Jordanian society amid current regional challenges. It embodies a constructive national dialogue grounded in constants and open to discussing change with objectivity and transparency. Forum sessions focused on a central idea: Jordanian tribes are a safety valve for the nation, and the cohesive national social fabric, together with unity around the Hashemite leadership, forms the solid rock against which all conspiracies targeting the homeland are shattered. In this context, Dr Khalifat stressed that Jordan, facing unprecedented geopolitical and economic challenges, needs to reinforce its internal resilience by consolidating national unity and deepening citizens’ awareness of the realities and requirements of the current phase. Participants described Dr Awad Khalifat as a man of the moment, a leader for difficult missions, and a figure of honourable national positions, enjoying the trust of Jordanians of all backgrounds and political views. This confidence stems from his long political career and rich record in academic, intellectual, and political work, as well as his ability to read the political landscape and the historical moment, turning challenges into opportunities for building and development. A social activist said Dr Khalifat represents a model statesman, politician, intellectual, and thinker who remains closely connected to the concerns of his people. She noted that his national initiative filled a gap in national dialogue and political thought, providing a platform for constructive discussion that bridges authenticity and modernity. The 31st forum comes at a time when Jordan faces regional and international challenges, alongside economic transformations and political reforms under the wise leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah. Dr Khalifat’s initiative underscores the importance of aligning reform with national identity and Jordanian specificity. Dr Awad Khalifat’s national initiative remains a testament to the vitality, solidarity, and cohesion of Jordanian society, its rejection of hatred, and its capacity to produce qualitative initiatives that strengthen national resilience in the face of challenges. It affirms that Jordan—under its wise Hashemite leadership, with its national figures, institutions, and community initiatives—is capable of writing new chapters of history with confidence, determination, and unwavering resolve.
By Ambassador Ali Abu Ali Krishan Under the shade of the Hashemite banner and on the land of the first pledge of allegiance, where the history of modern Jordan meets the towering Sharah Mountains, and drawing inspiration from the legacy of Petra and the sands of Wadi Rum, the city of Ma’an—by a generous invitation from His Excellency Dr Barakat Awajan—hosted on Friday, 26 December 2025, the activities of the 31st National Forum. The forum forms part of a national initiative launched by the visionary political thinker and deeply patriotic figure, His Excellency Dr Awad Khalifat, may God protect him. Participants described this initiative as the most successful, strongest, and most deeply rooted in the Kingdom’s modern political history. Renewed in thought and sustained in giving, it speaks to the conscience of the state and the soul of the nation, addressing Jordanians’ concerns at a historic moment marked by regional and international transformations that call for renewed commitment and reaffirmation of national constants. The 31st forum was held in Ma’an, the land of the pledge and the Kingdom’s first capital, a historic city that witnessed in 1920 the first pledge to establish the modern Jordanian state, when Arab leaders and Jordanian tribal elders pledged loyalty to the founding King Abdullah I bin Al Hussein. This choice underscores the continuity between past and present, and the importance of drawing lessons from history, as Ma’an stands not only as a geographic location but as a political space carrying the memory of state-building and the spirit of loyalty that gave birth to an exceptional state in a turbulent region. What distinguishes Dr Khalifat’s initiative is its ability to spread and take root across the Kingdom—from north to south, east to west, in rural areas, cities, and desert communities—free from regionalism, factionalism, or narrow affiliations. This wide reach reflects two key realities: first, the initiative responds to a genuine national need; second, it resonates with citizens’ concerns and aspirations across the country. A political analyst noted that Dr Khalifat’s initiative is not merely a periodic event, but a national intellectual and political movement aimed at strengthening national awareness across all segments of Jordanian society amid current regional challenges. It embodies a constructive national dialogue grounded in constants and open to discussing change with objectivity and transparency. Forum sessions focused on a central idea: Jordanian tribes are a safety valve for the nation, and the cohesive national social fabric, together with unity around the Hashemite leadership, forms the solid rock against which all conspiracies targeting the homeland are shattered. In this context, Dr Khalifat stressed that Jordan, facing unprecedented geopolitical and economic challenges, needs to reinforce its internal resilience by consolidating national unity and deepening citizens’ awareness of the realities and requirements of the current phase. Participants described Dr Awad Khalifat as a man of the moment, a leader for difficult missions, and a figure of honourable national positions, enjoying the trust of Jordanians of all backgrounds and political views. This confidence stems from his long political career and rich record in academic, intellectual, and political work, as well as his ability to read the political landscape and the historical moment, turning challenges into opportunities for building and development. A social activist said Dr Khalifat represents a model statesman, politician, intellectual, and thinker who remains closely connected to the concerns of his people. She noted that his national initiative filled a gap in national dialogue and political thought, providing a platform for constructive discussion that bridges authenticity and modernity. The 31st forum comes at a time when Jordan faces regional and international challenges, alongside economic transformations and political reforms under the wise leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah. Dr Khalifat’s initiative underscores the importance of aligning reform with national identity and Jordanian specificity. Dr Awad Khalifat’s national initiative remains a testament to the vitality, solidarity, and cohesion of Jordanian society, its rejection of hatred, and its capacity to produce qualitative initiatives that strengthen national resilience in the face of challenges. It affirms that Jordan—under its wise Hashemite leadership, with its national figures, institutions, and community initiatives—is capable of writing new chapters of history with confidence, determination, and unwavering resolve.
By Ambassador Ali Abu Ali Krishan Under the shade of the Hashemite banner and on the land of the first pledge of allegiance, where the history of modern Jordan meets the towering Sharah Mountains, and drawing inspiration from the legacy of Petra and the sands of Wadi Rum, the city of Ma’an—by a generous invitation from His Excellency Dr Barakat Awajan—hosted on Friday, 26 December 2025, the activities of the 31st National Forum. The forum forms part of a national initiative launched by the visionary political thinker and deeply patriotic figure, His Excellency Dr Awad Khalifat, may God protect him. Participants described this initiative as the most successful, strongest, and most deeply rooted in the Kingdom’s modern political history. Renewed in thought and sustained in giving, it speaks to the conscience of the state and the soul of the nation, addressing Jordanians’ concerns at a historic moment marked by regional and international transformations that call for renewed commitment and reaffirmation of national constants. The 31st forum was held in Ma’an, the land of the pledge and the Kingdom’s first capital, a historic city that witnessed in 1920 the first pledge to establish the modern Jordanian state, when Arab leaders and Jordanian tribal elders pledged loyalty to the founding King Abdullah I bin Al Hussein. This choice underscores the continuity between past and present, and the importance of drawing lessons from history, as Ma’an stands not only as a geographic location but as a political space carrying the memory of state-building and the spirit of loyalty that gave birth to an exceptional state in a turbulent region. What distinguishes Dr Khalifat’s initiative is its ability to spread and take root across the Kingdom—from north to south, east to west, in rural areas, cities, and desert communities—free from regionalism, factionalism, or narrow affiliations. This wide reach reflects two key realities: first, the initiative responds to a genuine national need; second, it resonates with citizens’ concerns and aspirations across the country. A political analyst noted that Dr Khalifat’s initiative is not merely a periodic event, but a national intellectual and political movement aimed at strengthening national awareness across all segments of Jordanian society amid current regional challenges. It embodies a constructive national dialogue grounded in constants and open to discussing change with objectivity and transparency. Forum sessions focused on a central idea: Jordanian tribes are a safety valve for the nation, and the cohesive national social fabric, together with unity around the Hashemite leadership, forms the solid rock against which all conspiracies targeting the homeland are shattered. In this context, Dr Khalifat stressed that Jordan, facing unprecedented geopolitical and economic challenges, needs to reinforce its internal resilience by consolidating national unity and deepening citizens’ awareness of the realities and requirements of the current phase. Participants described Dr Awad Khalifat as a man of the moment, a leader for difficult missions, and a figure of honourable national positions, enjoying the trust of Jordanians of all backgrounds and political views. This confidence stems from his long political career and rich record in academic, intellectual, and political work, as well as his ability to read the political landscape and the historical moment, turning challenges into opportunities for building and development. A social activist said Dr Khalifat represents a model statesman, politician, intellectual, and thinker who remains closely connected to the concerns of his people. She noted that his national initiative filled a gap in national dialogue and political thought, providing a platform for constructive discussion that bridges authenticity and modernity. The 31st forum comes at a time when Jordan faces regional and international challenges, alongside economic transformations and political reforms under the wise leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah. Dr Khalifat’s initiative underscores the importance of aligning reform with national identity and Jordanian specificity. Dr Awad Khalifat’s national initiative remains a testament to the vitality, solidarity, and cohesion of Jordanian society, its rejection of hatred, and its capacity to produce qualitative initiatives that strengthen national resilience in the face of challenges. It affirms that Jordan—under its wise Hashemite leadership, with its national figures, institutions, and community initiatives—is capable of writing new chapters of history with confidence, determination, and unwavering resolve.
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