Assistance Quote by Richard Armitage
“U.S. assistance provides the Jordanian government needed flexibility to pursue policies that are of critical importance to U.S. national security and to foreign policy objectives in the Middle East.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Testimony before Senate Foreign Relations Committee, 2005
U.S. aid gives Jordan leeway to act in ways that protect American security and regional goals.
In simple terms: Aid lets Jordan act to protect U.S. interests.
Key Takeaway
Use aid strategically to advance security.
Themes
foreign policy
security
aid
regional stability
Mood
pragmatic
strategic
Type
political
policy
strategic
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- military cooperation
- economic development
- humanitarian projects
Key Concepts
strategic flexibility
national interest
diplomacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can Jordan balance aid benefits with sovereignty?
- What safeguards ensure aid aligns with long‑term goals?
A Different Perspective
Aid may create dependency or limit Jordan’s autonomy.
