Mohammad Malkawi
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General officer Mohammad Yousef al-Malkawi (Arabic: محمد يوسف الملكاوي moˈhɑːmed ˈjuːsef mælkaʊi, born on 10 November 1943)[1] is a Jordanian general and politician. He was the former King's Chancellor. Also, he held the post of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Jordanian Armed Forces from 18 July 1999, to 5 March 2002.[2] Notably, upon King Abdullah's accession to the throne following the death of King Hussein,[3] al-Malkawi assumed command of the Jordanian Army, further solidifying his pivotal role in Jordan's military landscape. Throughout his illustrious career, he held numerous key positions within the country, leaving a lasting impact on both the military and political fronts. Currently, he is a member of the Jordanian Senate.[1]
Mohammad al-Malkawi | |
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محمد يوسف الملكاوي | |
Born | (1943-11-10)November 10, 1943[1] |
Nationality | Jordanian |
Citizenship | Jordan |
Alma mater | Mutah University |
Occupations | |
Years active | 1961–2002 |
Employers | |
Title | Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Jordanian Armed Forces |
Term | 18 July 1999 – 5 March 2002 |
Predecessor | Abdel Hafez Ka'abneh |
Successor | Khaled Sarayra |
Political party | Independent |
Children | 5 |
Awards | Order of the Star of Jordan[1] Order of Independence[1] Legion of Merit[1] |
Originating from the town of Mansoura in Malka area of Irbid Governorate in northern Jordan, al-Malkawi's journey began when he enlisted in the Jordanian Armed Forces (Arab Army) in 1963.[4] Over the years, he ascended through the ranks, showcasing his leadership in various conflicts including the Six-Day War, the Battle of Karameh in 1968, Yom Kippur War, and the Dhofar War in Oman.[5]