Career
From 1965 to 1999, Hassan served as Crown Prince of Jordan and was frequently regent during his brother's absences from the country. During Hussein's final illness, he was replaced by his nephew Abdullah only days before the king died. Abdullah subsequently inherited the throne of Jordan.
In 2002, Prince Hassan was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of York, in recognition of his contribution to the field of post-war reconstruction and development. In 2004 he was awarded an honorary fellowship by York St John University, for his lifelong contribution to peace initiatives in the Middle East, humanitarian projects and inspirational leadership in interfaith dialogue.
In 2009, he joined the project "Soldiers of Peace", a movie against all wars and for global peace.
| Styles of Prince Hassan of Jordan |
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| Reference style | His Royal Highness |
| Spoken style | Your Royal Highness |
| Alternative style | Sir |
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