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How did Jordan’s 2022 constitutional amendments change the role of political parties and the king?

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The constitutional amendments adopted in 2022 introduced significant shifts in Jordan’s political system. These changes were designed to grant greater freedom to political parties within the parliamentary system, aiming to encourage more robust political participation.

Simultaneously, the amendments strengthened the overall oversight of the king, consolidating his role within the state's governance structure.1