Jordanians honor legacy of King Hussein on 27th Allegiance and Loyalty Day
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- Jordanians commemorate 27 years since the passing of King Hussein bin Talal and the accession of King Abdullah II.
- Official statements underscore continuity, loyalty, and commitment to reform under the Hashemite leadership.
Jordanians on Saturday mark the 27 anniversaries of Loyalty and Allegiance Day, a national occasion observed every February seven to honor the legacy of the late King Hussein bin Talal and renew allegiance to King Abdullah II.
The anniversary coincides with the death of King Hussein in 1999 after decades of leadership that shaped the modern Jordanian state and strengthened its regional and international standing. On the same date, King Abdullah II assumed his constitutional powers, beginning a reign focused on modernization, stability, and development.
Royal remembrance
Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah II marked the occasion in a post on Instagram, recalling the legacy of his grandfather and reaffirming loyalty to the King.
"May God have mercy on my grandfather Hussein, the wise and generous leader, and may God grant long life to the noblest of men, His Majesty our King," the Crown Prince wrote.
His remarks reflected pride in the continued Hashemite achievements and a renewed pledge of loyalty to King Abdullah II’s leadership.
Government voices unity
Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan also addressed the anniversary in a post on X, emphasizing fidelity to the late King Hussein and unity behind the current monarch.
"May God have mercy on King Hussein the builder, and may God protect His Majesty King Abdullah II, who leads Jordan’s march with resolve, determination, and wisdom, so that this homeland and its great people remain dignified, secure, and steadfast," Hassan said.
A shared national moment
The statements mirror broad public sentiment, highlighting alignment between official and popular positions on safeguarding national principles while pursuing reform and development.
27 years after this pivotal moment, Jordan continues to draw strength from the legacy of King Hussein and the leadership of King Abdullah II. Across institutions and communities, Jordanians reaffirm that the country’s resilience rests on national unity and the Hashemite approach that places the well-being of Jordanians and the causes of the Arab nation at the center of its priorities.
