H.M. Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan, who signed up to Twitter a week ago (http://twitter.com/QueenRania) has conducted her first Twitter interview. Queen Rania’s Twitter has been well received in the Middle East.

On the occasion of the World Economic Forum on the Middle East held at the Dead Sea in Jordan from 15 – 17 May 2009 Her Majesty has answered five questions from the general public via her Twitter account (@QueenRania). Since she was not be able to answer all the questions received, we put the 40 questions to a public vote. Her Majesty's replies to the top five questions are below.


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@QueenRania 1) When do you think humanity will find out that we are all equals and that God is only one, regardless the name we call Him?
         Queen Rania Twitter account @davos 1) I think humanity knows. R’mber how world united after tsunami? The knowledge is there, we just need the will to act. #jordan09

Davos Twitter account@QueenRania 2) Do you see the opportunity to bring East and West closer together by bridging education closer with technology?
         Queen Rania Twitter<br />
account@davos 2)Yes. New cultures, languages, and experiences r just a click away, which means all our children can be digital diplomats. #jordan09

Davos Twitter account@QueenRania 3) What 3 or 4 words would you chose as a message to the whole world? (or to question the whole world with)? (via @RulaMughrabi)
         Queen Rania Twitter<br />
account@davos 3) Bring down the walls. #jordan09

Davos Twitter account@QueenRania 4) There's an underlying negative sentiment for Jordanians of Palestinian origin among Jordanians. R u aware of this phenomenon?
         Queen Rania Twitter<br />
account@davos 4b) I’m proud of Jordan’s diversity & reputation for welcoming those in need. #jordan09
         Queen Rania Twitter<br />
account@davos 4a) Personal prejudice will always exist. But this by no means maj sentiment. #jordan09

Davos Twitter account@QueenRania 5) Should the global community prioritize humanitarian issues? What top 2 priorities 4 humanitarian movement? (via @sgbulfone)
         Queen Rania Twitter<br />
account@davos 5) Absolutely. Globally, it’s the 8 MDGs. For my region, it’s an end to conflict and quality education for all. #jordan09