Qui est le dirigeant de la Jordanie ?
King Abdullah II has ruled Jordan since 1999. He succeeded his father, King Hussein, as head of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
King Abdullah II, monarch since 1999
Jordan is a constitutional monarchy led by King Abdullah II ibn Hussein. He ascended to the throne on February 7, 1999, succeeding his father King Hussein who had reigned for 47 years.
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
The Jordanian political system is based on a hereditary monarchy. The Hashemite royal family claims direct descent from the Prophet Muhammad. The King holds executive power and appoints the Prime Minister, who runs the government on a day-to-day basis.
Key points
- Head of State: King Abdullah II ibn Hussein
- Start of reign: February 7, 1999
- Political system: Constitutional monarchy
- Dynasty: Hashemite