King's Interview With Xinhua Reflects Jordan's Approach to a Shifting International Order

King's Interview With Xinhua Reflects Jordan's Approach to a Shifting International Order

King Abdullah II's interview with China's official Xinhua news agency reflects a broader Jordanian strategy for navigating change in the international order, analysts say, one built on diversifying partnerships and expanding options while keeping the Palestinian cause at the center of foreign policy.

King Abdullah talks up Jordan’s green vision ahead of Beijing visit

Sustainability is one of the three pillars of Jordan’s economic modernisation vision, King Abdullah II said in an interview with China’s Xinhua news agency ahead of his week-long state visit to Beijing. Renewable energy has grown from less than 1 percent of electricity generation a decade ago to 27 percent today, with a target of 40 percent by 2035, the king said. Jordan is seeking investors for renewable energy and storage projects worth $1 bil…