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King Abdullah II Bin Al Hussein

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2010-09-24
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2012-09-24
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  1. “Not only as nations but as nations united, we must take the right steps, the brave steps, now.”

    2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

  2. “We mean by that a new normality, in peace, where people are safe in their homes, where communities are able to build and where cooperation helps the entire region prosper. All this has been on offer for over 10 years, since 2002, under the Arab Peace Initiative, through which 57 Arab and Muslim countries reached out collectively to Israel. It is time for Israel to turn around, look to the future we must share and make a just and lasting peace with the Palestinians. Almost 70 years ago, countries from every continent chose to come together in hopes of a world united in peace and respectful of all humankind. After a bitter, destructive global war, the United Nations was the right step, the brave step. Today, almost three generations later, we have learned that it is not enough to make the right choices. We must also pursue effective action.”

    2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

  3. “The international community must send a clear message that such a transgression, or any attempt to erase the Arab, Muslim or Christian identity of Jerusalem, will not be tolerated. What is needed now is the full weight of our nations, united. Neither the parties nor the world can afford continued hostility and insecurity. There may be a rare window of opportunity later this year, after the United States elections, to achieve what both sides so urgently need, namely, two States at peace, Palestine and Israel, both secure, both free to look forward on the basis of a just, comprehensive and final settlement. That has always been and will remain a foremost priority for Jordan. Let me say now, as I have said before, that the Arab world seeks peace. We mean by that real peace: diplomatic relations, economic relations, trade and investment.”

    2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

  4. “Illegal settlementbuilding and unilateral actions have continued, constituting direct threats to a negotiated peace. We are extremely concerned by threats to Jerusalem and the sanctity of its Muslim and Christian holy sites. The Al-Aqsa Mosque compound of Al-Haram Al-Sharif in East Jerusalem is under Hashemite custodianship, a special role recognized by the 1994 Jordan-Israel Treaty of Peace and protected as occupied territory by international law. It is Islam’s third holiest site and its importance to 1.7 billion Muslims, one quarter of the world’s population, is similar to the importance of the Ka’ba itself. Let me be absolutely clear, any invasion or division of the site of Al-Masjid Al-Aqsa would be viewed not only as a breach of Israel’s obligations but as a profound religious transgression.”

    2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

  5. “We pledge the shelter of international law and human rights, except not yet; the dignity of living in freedom and security, except not yet; the right to self-determination, except not yet. It is time to say, “Enough!” As the Arab Spring demanded dignity for all, so it demanded the end of exceptionalism. No single issue causes greater anger than to tell an entire people that when it comes to global justice they do not count. The Arab Summer cannot bear its full fruit until the Palestinian-Israeli conflict ends, and ends with a just peace and a Palestinian State living side by side with a secure Israel at peace with the entire region. Earlier this year, in Amman, we succeeded in getting both sides back to the table for exploratory talks. Then positive traction stopped again.”

    2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

  6. “As we continue to shoulder that responsibility, international support is essential. We are very grateful for the generous response of Governments, international bodies and dedicated United Nations agencies. The somber reality is, however, that more will be needed, as the camps grow more crowded with vulnerable families and the cold desert winter approaches. I call upon the countries of the United Nations to work together to prevent a humanitarian disaster. While we deal with those challenges, we must never lose our focus on the crisis at the heart of the region. For almost 65 years, the Palestinian people have been the exception to the United Nations promise.”

    2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

  7. “There is no alternative to a political solution that will end the bloodshed, restore security and stability and preserve the territorial integrity of Syria and the dignity and unity of its people. The United Nations has an important part to play in helping people commit to a political solution. Jordan will do all in its power to support the newly appointed Joint Special Representative of the United Nations and the League of Arab States for Syria, Mr. Lakhdar Brahimi. The peoples of Jordan and Syria have long and deep ties. Since the current crisis erupted, over 200,000 Syrians have sought refuge in Jordan, putting heavy pressure on our limited resources and our economy. Yet we, as Jordanians, have opened our arms, as we have many times in the past for others in need.”

    2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

  8. “In Jordan we have charted our course guided by our heritage, by our mutual respect and by moderation. Our Arab Spring journey is one of opportunity to accelerate home-grown reforms and achieve national goals. Last year I stood before the Assembly and spoke about the reforms that were on the horizon (see A/66/PV.11). Since then, new and comprehensive constitutional amendments, as well as new laws, have created a matrix of institutions and principles to support our path of reform and democratization. And with the new year, we will have our new Parliament, and our Jordanian Summer will begin. I would like to address the tragic situation in Syria. Violence must end immediately, and a transition must begin now.”

    2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

  9. “There are no sidelines on this issue. All of us of every faith everywhere must be proactive in promoting understanding and a much stronger global dialogue. “To unite our strength” — these four words in the United Nations Charter are not just an old dream, they are a modern urgency. The United Nations and the General Assembly — empowered and strong — are needed today as never before. In my region, we have important tasks ahead. We must provide new and better opportunities for our people, especially our youth, to avert the dangers of regional instability and conflict and to fulfil the universal desire — the basic human right — to live in freedom, dignity, justice and peace. The international community has a crucial interest in supporting countries that are taking risks for peace and reform.”

    2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

  10. “It is an honour to join this eminent gathering. Allow me to extend Jordan’s sincere congratulations to His Excellency Mr. Vuk Jeremić. I would like to assure him of Jordan’s full cooperation. May I also express to the Secretary-General Jordan’s appreciation for his untiring efforts. I welcome his voice and the voices of world leaders of many religions who stand with billions of Muslims worldwide in rejecting provocations meant to divide those of different faiths. Islam teaches us to honour all human beings, promote tolerance and show mercy. As a Hashemite and a descendant of the Prophet Muhammad — peace and blessings upon him — I condemn all acts that vilify the name of the Prophet or falsely use his name or the name of Islam — or any other religion, for that matter — to justify violence and evil acts such as we have recently witnessed.”

    2012-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 67 (2012)

  11. “Now we reach out to our fellow members of this United Nations. All stand to lose if the talks fail; all gain when peace is achieved. Our global and collective influence is key. Together we must tip the balance towards peace.”

    2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)

  12. “To prevent that, the talks must be approached with commitment, sincerity and courage. There should be no provocative or unilateral actions that can derail the negotiations. Instead, the parties must work hard to produce results, and quickly. That means addressing all final-status issues, with a view to ending the occupation and reaching the two- State solution, the only solution that can work, as soon as possible. The status quo is simply unacceptable — enough injustice, enough bloodshed. Jordan and the rest of the Arab and Muslim world are committed. In the Arab Peace Initiative, we reach out to Israel with an unprecedented opportunity for a comprehensive settlement, a settlement that will enable Israel to have normal relations with 57 Arab and Muslim States, one third of the United Nations.”

    2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)

  13. “No such crisis has been longer on the United Nations agenda, or has frustrated peacemakers more. Every resource spent in this conflict is a resource lost for investing in progress and prosperity. Every day spent is a day lost to forces of violence and extremism that threaten all of us in the region and beyond. People are wary of disappointment, and spoilers are doing everything they can to make us fail. We cannot underestimate the importance of success, or the painful cost of failure. All of us need to support swift action, hard choices and real results. The alternative is more suffering and deeper frustrations, with spreading, more-vicious warfare. Such a catastrophic scenario will continue to drag in the whole world, threatening security and stability far beyond the borders of the Middle East.”

    2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)

  14. “What we propose is a special week during which the world’s people, in their own places of worship, could express the teachings of their own faith about tolerance, respect for the other, and peace. I hope that the draft resolution will have the Assembly’s support. Another critical area for United Nations leadership is peace — and one peace hangs in the balance today. With direct negotiations between the Palestinians and the Israelis, a door opens to a final, two-State settlement of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. And the establishment of an independent, viable and sovereign Palestinian State, living side by side with Israel, will pave the way for a comprehensive regional peace. An end to this conflict is long overdue. No regional crisis has had a longer or broader impact on global security and stability.”

    2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)

  15. “More than ever before, our world is confronting multiple global crises which cannot be effectively addressed without a coordinated, multilateral action. No country can face these crises and provide for its future in isolation. The threats are global, and so are the solutions. A strong, central role for the United Nations is essential. It is also essential to resist forces of division that spread misunderstanding and mistrust, especially among peoples of different religions. The fact is that humanity everywhere is bound together, not only by mutual interests, but by shared commandments: to love God and neighbour; to love the good and neighbour. This week, my delegation, with the support of our friends on every continent, will introduce a draft resolution for an annual World Interfaith Harmony Week.”

    2010-09-24 · UN General Assembly · General Debate, Session 65 (2010)