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Changes to Jordan's constitution raise concerns

The newly approved amendments to the Jordanian Constitution will change the king's role in appointing key officials, though observers disagree on whether this will serve or weaken the country's parliamentary system.

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Jordan's King Abdullah speaks during the opening of the second ordinary session of the 17th parliament session in Amman, Nov. 2, 2014. — REUTERS/Muhammad Hamed

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