King Abdullah II Quotes

A collection of quotes by King Abdullah II.

King Abdullah II, born on January 30, 1962, is the reigning monarch of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. He ascended to the throne on February 7, 1999, following the death of his father, King Hussein. Descending from a long line of Jordanian kings, Abdullah II is the 43rd-generation direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad.

Educated in Jordan and the United Kingdom, King Abdullah II received his formal schooling at St. Edmund's School in England, the Islamic Educational College in Jordan, and Deerfield Academy in the United States. He later attended the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the UK, where he was commissioned as an officer. His military service included roles in various renowned units of the Jordanian Armed Forces.

Throughout his reign, King Abdullah II has focused on advancing political, social, and economic reforms within Jordan, aiming to strengthen democracy, improve human rights, and enhance the quality of life for his people. He has implemented several initiatives to promote national development, including efforts to combat corruption and encourage entrepreneurship. Known for his commitment to modernization, the King has emphasized technological advancements and innovation as critical pillars for Jordan's growth.

In addition to his domestic efforts, King Abdullah II plays a significant role in regional and international affairs. He has been committed to advocating for peace and stability in the Middle East, participating in various diplomatic negotiations and initiatives. The King is recognized as a key mediator in regional conflicts and has promoted interfaith dialogue and understanding, working towards peace and harmony across different cultures and religions.

Overall, King Abdullah II is widely respected for his dedication to his people, his country, and the broader pursuits of peace and development in the Middle East.

Blowing up buses will not induce the Israelis to move forwar

Blowing up buses will not induce the Israelis to move forward, and neither will the killing of Palestinians or the demolition of their homes and their future. All this needs to stop. And we pledge that Jordan will do its utmost to help achieve it.

King Abdullah II

Future

I think the success of democracy is not really police securi

I think the success of democracy is not really police security it's the presence of a broad middle class. The stronger the middle class of a people is, the less you have to worry about one group coming in and exploiting the democratic process for its own ends.

King Abdullah II

Success

We have peace with Israel. We're actually the last man stand

We have peace with Israel. We're actually the last man standing. So there is going to be immense pressure and people asking, 'Why are we having this relationship when it's not benefiting anybody?' Obviously, my answer is you always benefit from peace.

King Abdullah II

Peace

I don't think the Middle East could afford another war.

I don't think the Middle East could afford another war.

King Abdullah II

War

I think the debate in our society now is that people have to

I think the debate in our society now is that people have to agree on zero-tolerance to terrorism.

King Abdullah II

Society

For me, I am left leaning when it comes to health and educat

For me, I am left leaning when it comes to health and education, on the right when it comes to defense. So I don't know where I come on the political spectrum. And I think this the challenge that a lot of Jordanians have to deal with.

King Abdullah II

Education

We have to always hope in humanity that people will make the

We have to always hope in humanity that people will make the right choices.

King Abdullah II

Hope

It's a tremendous responsibility to be direct descendants of

It's a tremendous responsibility to be direct descendants of the prophet Muhammad. This family has had the burden of leadership on its shoulders for 1,400 years. I'm not going to drop the ball on my shift.

King Abdullah II

Family

Is Israel going to continue to be 'Fortress Israel'? Or, as

Is Israel going to continue to be 'Fortress Israel'? Or, as we all hope, become accepted into the neighborhood, which I believe is the only way we can move forward in harmony.

King Abdullah II

Hope

Today more than ever we need creative minds to address the i

Today more than ever we need creative minds to address the issues of the age. And one of the most urgent is this: How can humanity know so much, achieve so much, and still fail so many people so badly?

King Abdullah II

Age

If you look at military and intelligence positions from the

If you look at military and intelligence positions from the 1950s, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has always been against American national interests.

King Abdullah II

Intelligence

When you get billions in aid and your weapons resupplied and

When you get billions in aid and your weapons resupplied and your ammunition stock resupplied, you don't learn the lesson that war is bad and nobody wins.

King Abdullah II

War

The incentive that you give to your youth is going to be the

The incentive that you give to your youth is going to be the make-or-break future of the country.

King Abdullah II

Future

You're always going to have extremists in every religion.

You're always going to have extremists in every religion.

King Abdullah II

Religion

Many will view the compromises that will be made during your

Many will view the compromises that will be made during your negotiations as painful concessions. But why not view them as peace offerings, ones that will provide in return the priceless gifts of hope, security and freedom for our children and our children's?

King Abdullah II

Freedom

Over the past few years, the road to confrontation has shown

Over the past few years, the road to confrontation has shown its consequences: loss of innocent lives, destruction and fear. Most costly, however, was the loss of hope. The most precious gift that you can present to your peoples over the coming weeks is renewed hope born out of tangible progress on the ground.

King Abdullah II

Fear

I have the responsibility of over four million people, and I

I have the responsibility of over four million people, and I am in a position to do good, to be able to bring about a new life for my people, and I will continue to move in that direction. It's a burden, but it needs to be done, and you have to have the courage and wisdom to see it through.

King Abdullah II

Courage

The security and the future of Jordan is hand-in-hand with t

The security and the future of Jordan is hand-in-hand with the future of the Palestinians and the Israelis.

King Abdullah II

Future

Peace with Israel is a strategic imperative for Jordan.

Peace with Israel is a strategic imperative for Jordan.

King Abdullah II

Peace

Prime Minister Sharon, Prime Minister Abbas, I urge you toda

Prime Minister Sharon, Prime Minister Abbas, I urge you today to end the designs of those who seek destruction, annihilation and occupation, and I urge you to have the will and the courage to begin to realize our dreams of peace, prosperity and coexistence.

King Abdullah II

Courage