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Arab News
13-07-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Kuwaiti emir to attend Bastille Day, meet Macron during first official visit to France
LONDON: Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah made his first official visit to France on Sunday since assuming power in December 2023. The visit reflects the historical partnership between Paris and Kuwait, the Presidential Palace, the Elysee, said in a statement. Sheikh Meshal will attend the official military parade to celebrate France's national Bastille Day on July 14, alongside a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron. The two parties aim to strengthen ties by enhancing partnerships in sectors such as diplomacy, defense, economy, education, health, culture, and scientific research, the Kuwait Agency reported. France was one of the first countries to support Kuwait's independence in 1961 and played a significant role in 1991 in its liberation from Iraqi forces led by Saddam Hussein, the Elysee said. Trade between Kuwait and France was worth €2.8 billion ($3.27 billion) in 2023, with French infrastructure, energy, and construction companies leading projects in Kuwait. More than 1,000 students benefited from the educational programs offered by the French Institute, while French healthcare institutions, such as the Gustave Roussy Institute, contributed to supporting the Kuwaiti healthcare sector through consultations and projects. Kuwaiti-French relations display a strong partnership, with a commitment to improving cooperation and supporting regional and global stability, the Elysee added. Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Sabah, Foreign Minister Abdullah Al-Yahya, the chief of the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority and other high officials are accompanying the emir of Kuwait.
Arab News
30-06-2025
- General
- Arab News
Saudi leadership extends condolences over death of Kuwait's Sheikh Fahad Sabah Al-Nasser Al-Sabah
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's King Salman sent a cable of condolences to the Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on the passing of Sheikh Fahad Sabah Al-Nasser Al-Sabah. Sheikh Fahad passed away at the age of 75 and his funeral took place on Monday morning, Kuwait News Agency reported. King Salman prayed for the deceased's forgiveness and extended his condolences to Sheikh Fahad's family, Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent similar cables of condolences to Sheikh Meshal and Kuwaiti Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah.
Zawya
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
Kuwait Cabinet approves draft law on combating cross-border crime
Kuwait - The Council of Ministers, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Prime Minister, approved on Tuesday a draft decree-law concerning international judicial cooperation in criminal matters. The measure is set to be submitted to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah for endorsement. The draft decree-law aims to establish a clear legal framework for facilitating international judicial cooperation, particularly in combating cross-border crimes and recovering criminal proceeds. It reaffirms Kuwait's commitment to fulfilling its international obligations in the fight against transnational crime. According to the Cabinet statement, the proposed law addresses practical challenges that have emerged due to the lack of comprehensive legislation governing requests for international judicial assistance. This includes various forms of cooperation such as extradition, mutual legal assistance, and the transfer of convicted individuals. The government emphasized that the initiative aligns with Kuwait's participation in a broad range of international, regional, and bilateral agreements related to judicial cooperation. The new legal framework is expected to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of Kuwait's legal collaboration with other nations.
Arabian Business
18-06-2025
- Politics
- Arabian Business
Kuwait announces Islamic New Year holiday
The Kuwaiti Cabinet has declared Thursday, June 26 as a public holiday on the occasion of the Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year). All ministries and state bodies in the country will suspend work on that day and resume work on Sunday, June 29. The decision was made by the Cabinet during its weekly meeting, presided over by Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al Ahmad Al Sabah. Islamic New Year in Kuwait The Cabinet congratulated Amir Sheikh Meshal Al Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah, Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al Sabah and the national citizens on the Islamic New Year.
Arab News
15-06-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Turkish president discusses Israel-Iran strikes with Oman's sultan, Kuwait's emir
LONDON: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed developments in the Middle East during separate phone calls on Sunday with the Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq, and the Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. Erdogan discussed with the Omani sultan the Israeli strikes against Iran, which began on Friday morning, and their 'worrying repercussions' for the region, the Oman News Agency reported. The parties stressed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy and a return to the negotiating table to settle conflicts and prevent the escalation of crises in the region. The ONA reported that they exchanged views on maintaining security and stability in accordance with international law. Erdogan and the Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal also discussed the rapid developments in the Middle East and the conflict between 'the friendly Islamic Republic of Iran and the brutal Israeli entity,' the Kuwait News Agency reported. In addition, both leaders renewed their condemnation of the ongoing Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip, where at least 54,000 Palestinians have been killed since late 2023. They emphasized the importance of de-escalating tensions, halting aggression, and resolving differences through diplomatic means in the region, the KUNA added.
