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Kuwait Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Public works minister discusses cooperation with Qatari PM
Public works minister discusses cooperation with Qatari PM DOHA: Kuwaiti Minister of Public Works Dr Noura Al-Mashaan met on Wednesday with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation between Kuwait and Qatar. According to a statement from the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the meeting, held in Doha, focused on reviewing the strong ties between the two countries and exploring avenues to enhance collaboration. The two officials also discussed several issues of mutual interest. — KUNA
Kuwait Times
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Kuwait Times
Ministry begins road rehabilitation works in Fahad Al-Ahmad
KUWAIT: Minister of Public Works Dr Noura Al-Mashaan announced the commencement of comprehensive road maintenance works in Fahad Al-Ahmad as part of a wider initiative encompassing 18 road rehabilitation projects across Kuwait's governorates. The move comes in line with the New Kuwait 2035 vision aimed at enhancing the country's infrastructure. In a press statement issued Sunday, Dr Al-Mashaan affirmed the ministry's commitment to implementing its development strategy in accordance with the highest technical standards, ensuring the delivery of high-quality projects that enhance road efficiency and safety. She noted that the efforts fall within a broader national framework to modernize and develop Kuwait's road network. KUWAIT: Workers continue the roads maintenance in Fahad Al-Ahmad, Al-Mangaf and Al-Aqila as part of the new contracts.- KUNA photos Meanwhile, Engineer Mohammad Ra'i Al-Fahma, a member of the supervision team for Contract 15 – the first phase in Al-Ahmadi Governorate – confirmed that field teams have begun executing extensive maintenance works in Block 1 of Fahad Al-Ahmad. He added that the works involve laying a Type 3 asphalt layer in accordance with approved technical specifications. Engineer Abdullah Al-Kandari further noted that road maintenance operations are concurrently underway in several areas, including Blocks 1 and 4 of Al-Mangaf, as well as Street 245 in the Aqila area. Additionally, infrastructure cleaning and maintenance works are being carried out in the Raqqa and Hadiya areas. — KUNA
Arab Times
14-05-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwaiti minister announces start of road maintenance on Al-Sour Street
KUWAIT CITY, May 14: Minister of Public Works Dr. Noura Al-Mashaan has announced the commencement of maintenance work on Al-Sour Street, located behind the Social Insurance building. This initiative is part of a wider effort to rehabilitate roads in various governorates, with 18 projects planned as part of the comprehensive plan supporting Kuwait's Vision 2035. In a statement released on Wednesday, Al-Mashaan confirmed that the ministry is moving forward with the implementation of infrastructure projects in accordance with the highest approved technical and engineering standards. She emphasized that improving road quality and increasing operational efficiency remain a top priority, as these improvements are critical for enhancing sustainability and meeting the growing urban development demands in Kuwait. Engineer Jamal Al-Otaibi, supervisor of the 'Contract 8 - Second Scope' project in Kuwait City, stated that maintenance work on Al-Sour Street includes the application of a Type 3 asphalt layer, which meets the technical specifications outlined in the new contracts for rehabilitating and developing the country's road network.
Arab Times
04-05-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwait-China to push forward ‘Port' project
KUWAIT CITY, May 4: Kuwait and China are willing to push forward the implementation of the strategic project of Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port on Boubyan Island in north Kuwait, only out of belief in its paramount significance as a regional trade hub and its vital role in comprehensive development. This shared desire was obviously shown following the signing of the project contract in March, with both Kuwaiti and Chinese sides having voiced unwavering determination to further develop bilateral cooperation and speed up the implementation. The recently wrapped up fifth round of Kuwaiti-Sino political consultations culminated in expanding channels of dialogue to broaden the existing consensus to new horizons in the coming period. During the consultations, both sides weighed the implementation of agreements and memos of understanding signed by the Kuwaiti and Chinese governments, particularly the execution of mega development projects, mainly Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port. In this context, Chinese Ambassador in Kuwait Zhang Jianwei said his country is working with the Kuwaiti side to push forward the implementation of the port project, which he commended as a huge and strategic project for Kuwait and a very significant venture for Kuwaiti-Sino cooperation. The Chinese diplomat made the press statement on the sidelines of the recent celebration of the World Chinese Language Day. Zhang spoke highly of the latest inspection tour by Chinese Vice Minister of Transport Fu Xueyin of the port project site as a very important step towards the completion of the joint venture. He pointed out the agreement reached during a meeting held between Kuwaiti Minister of Public Works Dr. Noura Al- Mashaan and the Chinese delegation on advancing the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port. On several occasions, the Kuwaiti government underlined that it gives top priority to the port project just as part of the Gulf country's comprehensive and integrated development vision chiefly purposed to diversify income sources, boost its gross domestic product and regain its pivotal trade, financial and regional role. This commitment was unequivocally reflected by a package of intensive moves and consultations that resulted in the signing of a contract with China State Construction and Transport Limited for study, design, and pre-implementation services to complete Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port, in February 2025. Following the signing of the deal with the Chinese government company, Kuwaiti Minister of Public Works Dr. Noura Al- Mashaan said the completion of the joint venture is deemed top priority for the country's political leadership. She stressed that the project comes under the direction of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and is primarily supported by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah and His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al- Ahmad Al-Sabah. (KUNA)
Kuwait News Agency
04-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait News Agency
Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port... Kuwaiti-Sino resolve to fast-track project
News report KUWAIT, May 4 (KUNA) -- Kuwait and China are willing to push forward the implementation of the strategic project of Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port on Boubyan Island in north Kuwait, only out of belief in its paramount significance as a regional trade hub and its vital role in comprehensive development. This shared desire was obviously shown following the signing of the project contract in March, with both Kuwaiti and Chinese sides having voiced unwavering determination to further develop bilateral cooperation and speed up the implementation. The recently wrapped up fifth round of Kuwaiti-Sino political consultations culminated in expanding channels of dialogue to broaden existing consensus to new horizons in the coming period. During the consultations, both sides weighed the implementation of agreements and memos of understanding signed by the Kuwaiti and Chinese governments, particularly the execution of mega development projects, mainly Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port. In this context, Chinese Ambassador in Kuwait Zhang Jianwei said his country is working with the Kuwaiti side to push forward the implementation of the port project, which he commended as a huge and strategic project for Kuwait and a very significant venture for Kuwaiti-Sino cooperation. The Chinese diplomat made the press statement on the sidelines of the recent celebration of the World Chinese Language Day. Zhang spoke highly of the latest inspection tour by Chinese Vice Minister of Transport Fu Xueyin of the port project site as a very important step towards the completion of the joint venture. He pointed out the agreement reached during a meeting held between Kuwaiti Minister of Public Works Dr. Noura Al-Mashaan and the Chinese delegation on advancing the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port. On several occasions, the Kuwaiti government underlined that it gives top priority to the port project just as part of the Gulf country's comprehensive and integrated development vision chiefly purposed to diversify income sources, boost its gross domestic product and regain its pivotal trade, financial and regional role. This commitment was unequivocally reflected by a package of intensive moves and consultations that resulted in the signing of a contract with China State Construction and Transport Limited for study, design, and pre-implementation services to complete Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port, in February 2025. Following the signing of the deal with the Chinese government company, Kuwaiti Minister of Public Works Dr. Noura Al-Mashaan said the completion of the joint venture is deemed top priority for the country's political leadership. She stressed that the project comes under the direction of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and is primarily supported by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah and His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. The minister noted that the Kuwaiti-Chine communication and consultation methodology has become so effective and significant, pointing out the paramount significance of advancing and maintaining practical cooperation between both countries. With the signing of the project contract in March, Kuwaiti and Chinese officials made inspection tours of the port site with a view to following up on works and speeding up the implementation process. The Mubarak Al-Kabeer project comes within the framework of Kuwait's development vision to transform the country into a regional and international hub for commerce and economy. In January 2025, the Kuwaiti Cabinet approved the China State Construction and Transport Limited's bid to implement, manage and operate the project with all its stages. The agreement followed Decree-Law No. 155 of 2024, which approved the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Kuwait and China on cooperation in the port's development, aiming at establishing a new hub for East-West trade, thus reflecting Kuwaiti-Chinese development just as part of the "Belt and Road" initiative. The Kuwaiti-Chinese strategic partnership, which was established in 2018, marks a crucial reflection of willingness to broaden economic and trade cooperation, particularly regarding mega projects, in order to serve Kuwait's 2025 development vision. (end)
