International Journal of Humanities and Social Science

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The Hashemite Vision of Political Parties in the Era of King Abdullah II (1999- 2025): A Historical Study in the Evolution of the Jordanian Democratic Project

Dr. Mohammed AL-hilat Email
Abstract This study examines the Hashemite vision of political parties during the reign of His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein from 1999 to 2025, analyzing its impact on the evolution of Jordan’s democratic project. The research employs a historical analytical methodology to trace the development of this vision across four distinct phases: the foundational phase (1999-2005), the development and modernization phase (2005-2011), the challenges and response phase (2011-2016), and the continuous modernization phase (2016-2025). The study reveals that the Hashemite vision has successfully established a progressive model for political development, balancing authenticity with modernity, and achieving sustainable democratic development while maintaining political stability. Through qualitative analysis of official documents, royal discussion papers, and statistical data, the research demonstrates significant achievements, including a 133% increase in registered political parties, a 383% increase in parliamentary seats won by parties, and enhanced political participation rates, which are projected to reach 95% by 2024. The study concludes that the Hashemite vision represents a unique and positive model for democratic transition in monarchical systems, offering valuable lessons for similar contexts in the Arab region and beyond. The research contributes to academic literature on democratic transitions and provides practical insights for policymakers seeking sustainable political development.
Article History:
Received: 26 July 2025 | Accepted: 28 July 2025 | Published: 16 August 2025
Reviewer(s): Janos Tomolya, PhD, National Public University Ludovika, Budapest, Hungary. ORCID iD: 0000-0002-5373-5778. Phone Number: +36 30 5022929.
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Dr. Hatef Pourrashidi, Assistant Professor of Communication, University of Religions and Denominations, Qom, Iran; Phone Number: +98 912 022 7392.
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Address for Correspondence: Dr. Mohammed Al-Hilat
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