Prince Raad resigns from HCD presidency; King appoints Prince Mired to succeed him

AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah on Monday accepted the resignation of HRH Prince Raad from the presidency of the Higher Council for the Affairs of Persons with Disabilities (HCD).

In a letter to Prince Raad, the King praised his efforts in serving people with disabilities in Jordan during his presidency, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. 

His Majesty commended the prince for his dedication and his work to support people with disabilities within their local communities with the aim of enabling them to contribute to Jordan’s progress.

“As I express my gratitude to Your Highness for your great efforts and distinguished work, I accept your resignation, and I hereby decree that your son HH Prince Mired Bin Raad be appointed as president of the HCD to continue your fruitful journey and great humanitarian efforts to serve this precious segment of our beloved country’s sons and daughters.”

Prince Raad had earlier sent a letter to the King reiterating his loyalty and dedication to serving the Kingdom, according to Petra.

The prince said he was honoured when the King entrusted him with the presidency of the HCD, adding that “Allah guided me, and those with me, to be up to this responsibility thanks to your guidance.”

Prince Raad had been presiding over the HCD since its inception in 2007.