Awn Khasawneh

ModernPoliticianJordan1950 — ?

ICJ judge turned Jordanian prime minister.

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Quick Facts

Born

1950

Country

Jordan

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)30

Political (20%)60

Influence (20%)65

Legacy (20%)50

Leadership (15%)77

Strategy (15%)56

Total Score58.0

Awn Khasawneh — Complete Timeline

2011 AD

Appointed Prime Minister of JordanPolitical Action◆ Major

Awn Khasawneh, a former International Court of Justice judge, was appointed Prime Minister in October 2011. His appointment was part of King Abdullah II's response to Arab Spring protests, aiming to bring a reformist figure.

Jordanian PoliticsPrime MinisterReform

Impact: nationalconstructive

2012 AD

Resigned as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Khasawneh resigned in April 2012 after only six months in office. His resignation was due to political deadlock and inability to push through reforms, as well as tensions with the parliament and the palace.

Jordanian PoliticsResignationReform

Impact: national