Abdullah II has served as King of Jordan since February 7, 1999, succeeding his father, King Hussein. As head of state of a constitutional monarchy in which the king retains significant executive authority, he appoints the prime minister and government, commands the armed forces, and has played a prominent role in Middle Eastern diplomacy, including on the question of Palestinian statehood.
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Abdullah II (Abdullah bin Hussein; born 30 January 1962) is the king of Jordan, having acceded to the throne on 7 February 1999.
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1962-01-30
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born 30 January 1962
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Abdullah II has served as King of Jordan since February 7, 1999, succeeding his father, King Hussein.
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Abdullah II (Abdullah bin Hussein; born 30 January 1962) is the king of Jordan, having acceded to the throne on 7 February 1999.
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