Jordanian Policies

The “Syria Post-Assad: Scenarios and Regional Dynamics” two-day workshop brought together a diverse group of experts, academics, and policymakers from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, the United States, Europe, and Russia. The Politics and Society Institute, in partnership with Middle East Council on Global Affairs, convened these experts alongside a cohort of Syrian analysts, members of civil…

This material was published in the second issue of the Jordanian Politics and Society magazine (JPS). In recent years, Jordanian-Iraqi relations have witnessed a qualitative leap, following a long period marked by much doubt and caution between the two sides. While it cannot be said that the development of this relationship has completely eliminated the previous situation, it has made…

This material was published in the second issue of the Jordanian Politics and Society magazine (JPS). The term national security of states refers to the protection and preservation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of a state and the well-being of its citizens from external and internal threats. It includes a wide range of measures, including protection of national sovereignty,…

This material was published in the second issue of the Jordanian Politics and Society magazine (JPS). The Iranian regional strategy has raised many questions regarding the objectives it seeks to achieve in the Middle East. Are these objectives tied to Iran’s vision for the region, or are they more focused on countering adversaries and rivals? Regardless of the nature of…

This material was published in the second issue of the Jordanian Politics and Society magazine (JPS). Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. elections and his preparation to return to the White House in January 2025 have created a state of cautious anticipation in the region. This comes amidst the ongoing Israeli extermination war on the Gaza Strip, which has persisted…

This material was published in the second issue of the Jordanian Politics and Society magazine (JPS). The concept of a national or regional role in analysing a country’s foreign policy is mated with other key central concepts, such as the concept of “status” and “sources of power,” general orientations of foreign policy, concepts of national interests, national security, sources of…

This material was published in the second issue of the Jordanian Politics and Society magazine (JPS). The past year, since October 7, 2023, has been catastrophic for the Palestinians.  It also poses significant challenges for Jordan. The country has always been concerned that if a two-state solution is not reached to settle the Arab-Israeli conflict, Israel might attempt to solve…

This material was published in the second issue of the Jordanian Politics and Society magazine (JPS). The Jordanian economy has been experiencing a decline in economic growth rates since 2007, the year of the global financial crisis. During the past decade, the growth of GDP has remained limited to 2-3%, compared to approximately 6.5% in 2000-2007. Over the past three…

This material was published in the second issue of the Jordanian Politics and Society magazine (JPS). “Historically ‘strategy’ has been a reality, if not an articulated concept” Beatrice Heuser. A vigorous debate is currently unfolding among Jordan’s security researchers and political circles regarding the pressing need for a comprehensive national strategic document. This proposed document seeks to redefine and enhance…

In Amman, there is considerable interest in the return of Donald Trump as President of the United States, reflected in open and closed political and media discussions about its potential impact on Jordan. These discussions are split between two main viewpoints. The first argues that it is premature to pass judgment, exaggerate, or be alarmed about the potential outcomes, particularly…