Minister of Political and Parliamentary Affairs Abdul-Moneim Al-Oudat affirmed that the political modernization project sponsored by His Majesty King Abdullah II constitutes a comprehensive national path aimed at building a modern political system capable of responding to future transformations and challenges. He explained that modernization is not merely a political option, but a security necessity to strengthen the state's resilience and preserve its stability.

 

This came during a lecture entitled "Political Modernization as an Approach to Enhancing National Security in Light of Contemporary Challenges Facing the National Environment," delivered to participants in the 23rd National Defense Program. The program includes Jordanian participants as well as officers from brotherly and friendly nations. The lecture was attended by the Commandant of the College, Brigadier General Rizq Al-Rawashdeh, and the head and members of its steering committee.

 

Al-Oudat pointed out that national security, in its comprehensive sense, is based on the effectiveness of political institutions, the depth of popular participation, and the establishment of trust between citizens and state institutions. He noted that creating a stable and clearly defined political environment contributes to strengthening freedom of expression within the framework of the rule of law and empowers the state to confront internal, regional, and international changes.

 

The Minister reviewed the pivotal role of youth and women in the success of the political modernization project, emphasizing that their empowerment in the political process is a fundamental lever for contributing to and participating in public life, thereby strengthening social stability and fostering a moderate national discourse that protects society from extremism, rumors, and misinformation, especially in light of the modern challenges posed by cyberspace.

 

In his lecture, the Minister also addressed the complementary relationship between the political modernization system and the role of the armed forces and security agencies, praising their efforts in consolidating the rule of law and providing a secure environment that supports the development of political life and strengthens the approach of a modern democratic state.

 

The Minister stressed that political modernization represents a long-term strategic investment in consolidating Jordan's stability and enhancing its national security, affirming that building a robust political environment gives the state a greater capacity to confront economic, social, and security crises and adapt to their changes.

 

At the conclusion of the lecture, an extensive discussion took place between the Minister and the attendees, addressing a number of questions and topics related to the prospects of political modernization and its role in strengthening the national security system.