Al-Diwan Al-Amiri News

French President Macron arrives in Kuwait on official visit

19-10-2026 | 10:24

French President Emmanuel Macron and his accompanying official delegation arrived in Kuwait this morning on an official visit.
His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah were at the forefront, welcoming the president and the delegation at the airport.
Also receiving the French president were His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, National Guard Chief Sheikh Mubarak Al-Humoud Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, First Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Al-Sabah, Amiri Diwan Minister Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali Al-Sabah, Defense Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and senior state officials.
An official reception ceremony was held for President Macron at the Amiri Airport to mark his visit. The national anthems of both countries were played, followed by the French president greeting senior Kuwaiti government officials and His Highness the Amir greeting members of the accompanying delegation.
The French delegation includes Minister for the Armed Forces and Veterans Catherine Vautrin, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot, Minister Delegate to the Minister for the Armed Forces and Veterans Alice Rufo, and Minister Delegate for Industry Sebastien Martin, along with several senior French officials.

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Kuwait Amir receives Interior Min., newly appointed assistant undersec.

23-08-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Sunday First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Al-Sabah and newly appointed assistant undersecretaries.
During the meeting, Sheikh Fahad Al-Yusuf presented to His Highness the Amir Assistant Undersecretary for Public Security Affairs Major General Hamad Ahmad Al-Munaifi and Assistant Undersecretary for Supporting Security Services Affairs Major General Fawaz Nasser Al-Roumi following their appointment to their new positions.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Hungary on nat'l day

20-08-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Thursday a cable of congratulations to the President of Hungary Andras Baka, on his country's national day.
In the cable, His Highness wished the President good health and wellness and hoped for further progress and prosperity to Hungary and its people.

Kuwait Amir receives letter from UK PM on bilaterial ties, regional issues

18-08-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Tuesday a letter from UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham on the longstanding ties between the two countries and ways to further develop them across various fields.
The letter also addressed several issues of mutual interest and the latest regional and international developments.
UK Ambassador to Kuwait Qudsi Rasheed delivered the message to Minister of Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali Al-Sabah.
The meeting was attended by Chief of His Highness the Crown Prince's Diwan Sheikh Thamer Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and Director of the Office of the Minister of Amiri Diwan Affairs Sami Al-Mulla.

Kuwait Amir offers condolences to Chinese Pres. over former Premier death

17-08-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent Monday a cable of condolences to Chinese President Xi Jinping, over the death of former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji.
His Highness the Amir expressed his sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to President Xi, wishing the deceased's family and relatives patience and solace.

Kuwait Amir receives Crown Prince, Premier, Ministers

23-08-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Sunday His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah.
His Highness the Amir received His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
His Highness also received First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Al-Sabah, and Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah.

Kuwait Amir receives letter from Sudan's Transitional Sovereignty Council chairman

19-08-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Wednesday a handwritten letter from Chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of the Republic of Sudan General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan concerning the fraternal bilateral relations between the two countries.
It also concerns ways to strengthen and develop those relations in various fields.
The message was delivered to His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah by Sudanese Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Mohi El-Din Salem Ahmad The meeting was attended by Head of His Highness the Crown Prince's Diwan Sheikh Thamer Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and Sudanese Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Dr. Jibril Ibrahim Mohammad and senior officials.

Kuwait Amir receives GCC Chief

18-08-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Tuesday the Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohammad Al-Budaiwi.

Kuwait Amir condoles with Indonesia over earthquake

17-08-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Monday a cable of condolences to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto over the earthquake that struck East of Indonesia.
His Highness the Amir expressed his sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy over the victims of the earthquake, which claimed lives, injured hundreds and caused damage to property and public facilities.
He wished the injured a speedy recovery and expressed hope that the Indonesian authorities would successfully contain and overcome the impact of the natural disaster.