Jordan articles on Democracy Chronicles

News about the struggle for democracy in Jordan. Jordan is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, "Jordan's king holds broad executive powers, appoints and dismisses the prime minister and cabinet, and may dissolve the bicameral National Assembly at his discretion". Also, "International observers noted instances of vote buying in the 2013 elections and criticized the unfair electoral laws". Also check out our section on World Democracy or our articles on the Middle East.

Jordan’s Palace Drama Moves To The Courtroom

by DC Editors - June 23, 2021

On Monday, a former top adviser to King Abdullah II and a royal relative pleaded not guilty to accusations of sedition and incitement.

Dire State Of Free Press In Jordan Revealed Amid Controversy

by DC Editors - April 11, 2021

Jordan’s unfolding events have revealed not only a political crisis, but also a deepening crisis of intelligence and journalism.

Jordan Orders Ban On Media Coverage About Royal Rift

by DC Editors - April 7, 2021

The public prosecutor in Jordan has banned media coverage of rift between King Abdullah II and former Crown Prince Hamzah.

Jordan Sends Tough Message On Dissent In Royal Family

by DC Editors - April 5, 2021

Jordan sent a tough message on dissent in Royal family. The message contradicts senior royal’s claim of being targeted for fighting corruption.

Jordanian Government Strengthens Crackdown on Political Opponents

by Thomas Manning - July 5, 2019

The crackdown comes at a time when Jordanian activists started protests over economic conditions in 2018 but fizzled out into 2019. That has been a recurring theme in 2019.