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Kuwait Times
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait urges action on missing persons in armed conflicts
Minister Plenipotentiary and Deputy Permanent Representative of Kuwait at the United Nations Faisal Al-Enezi hold talks with other officials. - KUNA NEW YORK: Kuwait has reaffirmed the urgent need to address the plight of missing persons in armed conflicts by tackling root causes and fostering inclusive dialogue as a foundation for peaceful dispute resolution. The statement came during remarks by Minister Plenipotentiary and Deputy Permanent Representative of Kuwait to the United Nations Faisal Al-Enezi at a side event hosted Thursday at Kuwait's Mission to the UN. The event was organized in partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), and The Global Alliance for the Missing. Al-Enezi cited alarming figures from the ICRC indicating that 2024 witnessed the highest annual increase in the number of missing persons in more than two decades. He stressed the pressing need for proactive preventive measures and effective mechanisms to respond to such cases. Highlighting Kuwait's longstanding leadership in this field, Al-Enezi pointed to the country's sponsorship of UN Security Council Resolution 2474 (2019) — the first resolution dedicated to missing persons in armed conflict. The resolution underscores the importance of prevention, identification of the missing, return of remains to families, and accountability as key components of reconciliation and lasting peace. He further called on all parties to conflict to register and report the personal details of detainees and guarantee their ability to communicate with family members. Al-Enezi concluded by reaffirming Kuwait's commitment to promoting collective dialogue and strengthening practical cooperation between states, UN agencies, and civil society to better safeguard the rights of missing persons and prevent future tragedies. — KUNA
Kuwait Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Housing officials meet to advance joint Gulf vision
Senior Gulf housing officials take a group photo after the meeting. – KUNA KUWAIT: Acting Director General of the Public Authority for Housing Welfare (PAHW) Rashid Al-Enezi affirmed on Tuesday the importance of strengthening regional cooperation in the field of housing welfare, as Kuwait hosts the 26th meeting of senior housing officials from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states. Speaking while chairing the meeting, Al-Enezi described the gathering as a significant platform for realizing the shared visions and strategic directions of the GCC, as well as enhancing communication and coordination in housing-related initiatives. 'Kuwait is honored to host these meetings, which serve as a vital opportunity to unify efforts and advance joint Gulf action in addressing one of the most pressing needs of GCC citizens,' he said. Al-Enezi also praised the efforts of Qatar during its presidency of the previous session in 2024, commending the commitment of all GCC states to advancing the housing welfare sector through collaborative and sustained efforts. He expressed optimism that the current meeting would yield constructive recommendations to be presented to the 23rd meeting of GCC Ministers Concerned with Housing Affairs, scheduled to take place the day after tomorrow. He further underscored the importance of sharing successful experiences to support sustainable housing development goals across the region. The meeting coincides with the third edition of Gulf Housing Week, hosted by the PAHW from May 18 to 22, under the theme 'Real Estate Development for Sustainable Housing.' — KUNA
Zawya
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
Kuwait stresses nuclear disarmament as basic principle of NPT
NEW YORK: State of Kuwait underlined nuclear disarmament as the ultimate goal and basic principle of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), considering it a main pillar of international stability and NPT credibility. The call was made by the Diplomatic Attache' of the Kuwaiti Permanent Delegation at the UN Bandar Al-Enezi before the Third Preparatory Committee of the NPT late Thursday. He said that though the treaty came into force more than 50 years ago, its main goal of nuclear disarmament has not been attained, a worrying thing that requires some urgent international action. He added that policies of nuclear deterrence and continued modernization of nuclear arsenals have fueled the arms race and increased regional and international tensions in a clear-cut breach of relevant international commitments. The Kuwaiti diplomat regarded that the complete and irreversible elimination of nuclear weapons as part of an internationally verifiable framework is deemed the only guarantee to avert their future use. Calling on all countries, especially nuclear ones, to comply with relevant treaties and international resolutions, Al-Enezi echoed his country's support for all initiatives aiming at criminalizing the use of nuclear weapons and weapons of mass destruction. All KUNA right are reserved © 2022. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Arab Times
26-04-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwait gears up for Belgian investment blitz
BRUSSELS, April 26: Kuwait's Ambassador to the Kingdom of Belgium Nawaf Al-Enezi highlighted on Friday the importance of the upcoming visit of a Belgian trade delegation to the State of Kuwait, scheduled for 28- 30 April 2025. In statements to KUNA, Al-Enezi underlined its role in enhancing bilateral relations between the two countries and exploring cooperation opportunities in development projects aligned with Kuwait Vision 2035. Ambassador Al-Enezi noted that the visit of the Belgian delegation has been coordinated with various economic bodies across the main Belgian regions, the Arab Belgian- Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce, as well as the Kuwait Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority. He pointed out that the last visit by a Belgian trade delegation to Kuwait in 2019 was a significant milestone in advancing economic cooperation between the two friendly nations, during which both sides discussed partnership and investment opportunities. He added that the success of that visit is reflected in the increased number of companies participating in this year's delegation, which includes more than 40 companies operating in fields such as cybersecurity, renewable energy, sustainable development, healthcare services, and construction, along with the participation of businessmen and companies from the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
Arab Times
14-04-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Al-Enezi seeks re-election as a member of the Arab Basketball Federation in Dubai
KUWAIT CITY, April 14: The Secretary-General of the Kuwait Basketball Federation, Thamer Al-Shenfa, along with the Assistant Secretary-General and Arab Basketball Federation member, Owaid Al-Enezi, will travel to Dubai this evening to attend the General Assembly meeting of the Arab Basketball Federation scheduled for tomorrow. The agenda includes the election of a new board of directors for the Arab Federation. Al-Shenfa will officially represent the Kuwait Federation at the meeting, while Al-Enezi is seeking re-election to the Arab Basketball Federation for a second consecutive term. Al-Shenfa expressed that the Kuwait Basketball Federation supports Al-Enezi's candidacy to reinforce Kuwait's presence and influence in the regional basketball scene. He described the electoral competition with the Omani candidate as a fair and sportsmanlike contest. Al-Enezi, for his part, stated that he is eager to earn the continued trust of the Arab federations to further advance basketball competitions and development across the region. Meanwhile, two key matchups will take place today in the final round of the basketball league at the Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Sports Complex Hall. Al-Arabi will face Al-Qadsiya at 5:00 pm, followed by a highly anticipated clash between Kazma and Kuwait Club at 7:30 pm. In the opening match, Al-Qaisiya (25 points) is expected to secure an easy win over Al-Arabi (19 points), using the game as preparation for its upcoming encounter with Kuwait Club and the championship semi-finals. Al-Arabi, having missed out on a semifinal spot, will focus on fine-tuning its squad ahead of the Cup competition. The second matchup pits Al-Abyad (27 points) against Kazma (27 points) in a showdown for the top position. Kuwait Club aims to repeat its dominant performance from the first round, where it won 98-70, and finish the second half undefeated. With standout players like Hamad Adnan, Hussein Al-Khabbaz, Mohammed Adnan, Alexander Al-Ghais, Turki Hamoud, Imran Jawhar, and Yousef Al-Hamdan, Kuwait Club is poised for a strong finish. Kazma, however, promises to be a formidable opponent, boasting experienced talent including captain Ahmed Al-Balushi, Yousef Burhama, the Al-Saho brothers—Abdulrahman and Saho—and Abdullah Ibrahim, setting the stage for a thrilling and competitive encounter.
