On Tuesday ,The Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Ambassador Dhaifallah Al-Fayez, delivered a lecture at the Royal Jordanian National Defense College, entitled "The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Strategy and its Role in Enhancing National Security," to scholars in the 23rd National Defense Course. The lecture was attended by the Commandant, the Head  and membersof the Directing Staff.

Al-Fayez stated that national security is a top priority for the state, which invests heavily in it to maintain its stability. He explained that the Kingdom's foreign policy and objectives, under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II, are based on firm principles in dealing with regional and international developments. He further clarified that His Majesty's role in shaping this policy has enabled the Kingdom to strengthen its role as an active player in its regional and international environment.

Al-Fayez explained that the Ministry's strategy is based on an active and distinguished Jordanian diplomacy at both the regional and international levels, through its constant pursuit of serving the state's highest interests. He clarified that the Ministry's mission focuses on achieving its objectives, protecting national interests, preserving the Kingdom's gains, and enhancing its regional and international role and standing. This includes serving the national economy, caring for the affairs of expatriates abroad, and improving the quality of services provided. The Ministry's work is based on partnership, initiative, leadership, excellence, innovation, transparency, responsibility, and teamwork.

Ambassador Al-Fayez reviewed the most prominent developments in regional issues, foremost among them the Palestinian cause, which remains the central issue. He pointed to the continuous efforts exerted by Jordan, in coordination with its Arab brethren and in cooperation with the international community, to achieve a just and comprehensive peace that achieves security and stability and serves the interests of the region's peoples.

At the end of the lecture, an extensive discussion took place during which the lecturer answered the scholars' questions and inquiries.