Jordan's Crown Prince Hussein weds Saudi noblewoman in lavish ceremony
- Jordan hosted a royal wedding between Crown Prince Hussein and Rajwa Alseif, strengthening ties with Saudi Arabia.
- The wedding helped improve Jordan's monarchy's image and drew many foreign dignitaries, including Prince William and Jill Biden.
- Rajwa Alseif comes from Saudi Arabia's ruling family, connecting Jordan's Hashemites to their historic rivals.
- The wedding emphasized continuity for Jordan, a stable country in a volatile region facing economic issues.
- The Western-educated couple will lead a life of privilege, though the crown prince faces challenges ruling a struggling nation.