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Cultural bodies: throne speech affirms national unity and steadfast stance on the Palestinian cause

Amman, Jordan ·

Heads of cultural bodies said the speech at the opening of the third ordinary session of the 20th Parliament stresses national unity, Jordan's stability, the rule of law and continued comprehensive development. The head of the Jordanian Artists' Syndicate, Hani Al Jarrah, told Petra that the speech reflects a firm stance on the Palestinian cause.

Jordan's king delivers a throne speech at the opening of each ordinary session of parliament, setting out government priorities and general policy. King Abdullah II has ruled since 1999.

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