Sons of Yusuf - Welcome to ‘Underground Kuwait', the series where we uncover the hidden talents, creative artists, and fascinating underground figures in Kuwait.Join Sahar and Zainab as they explore the coolest scenes and meet the most unique people. In this episode, mee
In a region long overshadowed by misinformation and manipulation, a new era of awareness is emerging — signaling the gradual end of an age marked by unconsciousness and misguided loyalties. This awakening promises to bring clarity and unity to a n...
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Arab Times
02-08-2025
- Arab Times
From Kuwait With Love: An Indian Expat's Tribute, 35 Years After The Invasion
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 2: As Kuwait marks the 35th anniversary of the Iraqi invasion, former expatriates around the world pause to reflect on a moment that changed their lives forever. Among them is Geoffrey Vaz, an Indian national who spent his childhood in Kuwait during the turbulent events of 1990. "August 2 is not just another date on the calendar," Vaz said. "It's a memory — raw and real. A reminder of how quickly life can change. We remember the sirens, the fear, and the abrupt disruption of everything familiar. Families like mine were uprooted overnight. Children, including myself, had to grow up far too quickly. Some of us faced days of uncertainty, while others fled with little more than the clothes on their backs — surviving only through the kindness of strangers and the resilience of our communities." Despite the chaos, the emotional bond with Kuwait remained strong. "Even in that upheaval, we never forgot what Kuwait meant to us," he added. "Many of us returned to India or moved elsewhere, but a part of our hearts stayed behind. The memories are still vivid: the scent of the souk, the rhythm of Ramadan, the warmth of Kuwaiti neighbors, and the quiet calm of weekend beach walks — these are fragments of a childhood deeply rooted in a land we once called home." Vaz also paid tribute to Kuwait's recovery in the years that followed, acknowledging the strength and determination shown by its people. "Kuwait rose with grace and strength after the war, rebuilding with a fierce sense of purpose," he said. "And while today's Kuwait rightly emphasizes national identity and sovereignty, our connection to it endures — shaped not by borders, but by memory and humanity." Calling for reflection rather than politics, he emphasized the importance of honoring the shared past. "This day is about remembrance — about resilience, survival, and a solidarity many of us never expected but will never forget," he said. Vaz concluded with a message to the Kuwaiti people and his fellow former expatriates: "To the people of Kuwait and its government, I offer my heartfelt respect and gratitude. Your courage, your generosity in welcoming families like mine, and your perseverance through adversity have left a lasting impression. And to those who once lived there — wherever you may be today — I know many of you feel the same quiet ache, the same wave of memories. We may no longer live in Kuwait, but Kuwait lives in us." "May we carry forward the lessons of those times — with compassion, humility, and dignity. And may Almighty Allah bless Kuwait, and bless us all."
Arab Times
24-07-2025
- Arab Times
UK Envoy Belinda Lewis Bids Farewell with Big Wins for Culture, Trade & Peace
KUWAIT CITY, July 24: British Ambassador to the State of Kuwait, Her Excellency Belinda Lewis, welcomed journalists to her Residence as she approaches the end of her posting. Reflecting on the past four years, Lewis lauded Kuwait's 'special and long-standing' partnership with the UK - noting that 2025 marks 250 years of bilateral trading ties. She also thanked the Kuwaiti people for their warm hospitality, recalling Ramadan diwaniyas and the Al-Qaffal ceremony marking the end of the pearl diving season as especially memorable cultural experiences. Lewis highlighted February 2024's rollout of the UK's Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme to Kuwaiti nationals as significant in strengthening people-to-people links between the two countries. Kuwaiti nationals made 162,000 trips to Britain in 2024 - a 6% increase from 2023, with Kuwait Airways now offering 19 direct flights a week to London and Manchester. She also expressed delight that an ever-growing number of Kuwaitis are choosing to study at UK universities, with over 10,000 currently undertaking courses there. Noting the UK and Kuwait's rich shared history, Lewis reflected on the success of joint celebrations to mark 125 years of official UK-Kuwait diplomatic relations - rounded off by His Highness the Amir's trip to Scotland to meet His Majesty King Charles III and discuss Kuwait's partnership with the King's Foundation; and His Highness' August 2023 Guest of Government visit to London marking 70 years since the establishment of the Kuwait's sovereign wealth fund, during which he oversaw the signing of a landmark investment partnership. Lewis noted that His Highness had travelled to the UK five times across her tenure, while Kuwait welcomed four UK Cabinet Ministers, including most recently the UK's Foreign Secretary, the Rt Hon David Lammy MP - plus numerous Ministers of State, senior officials and the Duke of Edinburgh. She said Britain was now 'close' to concluding a landmark Free Trade Agreement with the GCC, while praising the UK and Kuwait's burgeoning international humanitarian partnership that has seen the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development announce lifesaving joint funding for communities in Gaza, Yemen, Sudan and Somalia. Asked about the situation in Gaza, Lewis strongly condemned the killing of civilians attempting to access humanitarian aid and called for an immediate end to the conflict, referring to the UK and 27 other countries' 21 July joint statement. She also detailed the Embassy's initiatives to fund specialist training for Kuwaiti medics deploying to Gaza, and its collaboration with the Palestinian Embassy and the British Consulate in Jerusalem to help small Palestinian businesses export their goods to Kuwait - with Lulu Hypermarket making a large order of foodstuffs earlier this year. Lewis expressed confidence that her successor, Qudsi Rasheed (who will arrive in September), would thoroughly enjoy his time in Kuwait, and that UK-Kuwait collaboration - be it on trade & investment, defence & security, education & culture, or climate & environment - would continue to go from strength to strength under his guidance.
Kuwait Times
11-05-2025
- Kuwait Times
Sons of Yusuf - Welcome to ‘Underground Kuwait', the series where we uncover the hidden talents, creative artists, and fascinating underground figures in Kuwait.Join Sahar and Zainab as they explore the coolest scenes and meet the most unique people. In this episode, mee
By Dr Nermin Youssef Alhouti With the conclusion of the Holy Month of Ramadan and the spiritual serenity it brings, I found myself returning to a cherished passion — reading. A stack of long-awaited books awaited my attention, each promising a uni... In a region long overshadowed by misinformation and manipulation, a new era of awareness is emerging — signaling the gradual end of an age marked by unconsciousness and misguided loyalties. This awakening promises to bring clarity and unity to a n...
