Al-Diwan Al-Amiri News

Kuwait Amir receives Bahrain's Crown Prince at Bayan Palace

03-02-2026 | 1:15

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, received at Bayan Palace on Tuesday, the Kingdom of Bahrain's Crown Prince and Prime Minister Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa and the official delegation accompanying him, on the occasion of his official visit to the country.
The reception was attended by His Highness the Crown Prince, Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah.
Prince Salman conveyed to His Highness the Amir, the greetings and appreciation of King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa, and his wishes for His Highness the Amir, long-lasting health and for the people of Kuwait further progress and prosperity.
His Highness the Amir conveyed his greetings to King Hamad wishing him continued good health, and the people of Bahrain further progress and prosperity.
During the meeting, cordial discussions took place, reflecting the deep-rooted historical relations between the two countries and their peoples, and ways to strengthen these relations across various fields to serve their common interests.
They also reviewed issues of mutual concern and the latest developments regionally and internationally.
The meeting was attended by Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali Al-Sabah Minister of Amiri Diwan Affairs, Retired Lieutenant General Jamal Al-Dhiyab Director of the Office of His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Abdulaziz Meshaal Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Undersecretary of the Amiri Diwan, and Mazen Al-Issa Undersecretary for Foreign Affairs at the Amiri Diwan.

Kuwait Amir receives visiting Swiss Pres.

02-02-2026 | 2:42

His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, received on Monday at Bayan Palace the President of the Swiss Confederation, Guy Parmelin, on his official visit to Kuwait. The meeting was attended 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.
Official reception ceremonies were held in honor of the Swiss President, beginning with the playing of the national anthems of both countries. His Highness the Amir then greeted members of the official delegation accompanying President Parmelin, while the Swiss President shook hands with senior Kuwaiti officials.
Subsequently, official talks were held between the State of Kuwait and the Swiss Confederation. The Kuwaiti side was chaired by His Highness the Amir, while the Swiss side was chaired by President Parmelin, in the presence of the Crown Prince, the Prime Minister, and senior officials from both countries.
Minister of the Amiri Diwan Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali Al-Sabah stated that the talks touched on the bilateral relations between the two friendly countries and peoples, and ways to support and develop them across various fields. The discussions also focused on expanding frameworks of cooperation between Kuwait and Switzerland to broader horizons in a manner that serves their mutual interests.
He added that the talks addressed key issues of common concern, as well as the latest regional and international developments, with an exchange of views on these matters.
In honor of President Parmelin and the accompanying official delegation, a luncheon banquet was held on his official visit, attended by His Highness the Crown Prince, His Highness the Prime Minister, and senior state officials.

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Kuwait Amir to patronize, attend flag-raising ceremony at Bayan Palace Sun.

31-01-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah will graciously patronize and attend the flag-raising ceremony at Bayan Palace at 10:00 am on Sunday.

Kuwait Amir receives Sheikha Intisar Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah

27-01-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace on Tuesday Sheikha Intisar Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah, President of the Center for Research and Studies on Kuwait, Dr. Abdullah Al-Ghunaim and Ruqaya Ali Hussain.
During the reception, they presented His Highness the Amir with a book titled "Kuwait in 400 years".

Amiri Diwan thanks mourners for paying respect to late Sheikha Baderia Sabah Al-Salem

26-01-2026

On behalf of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and the gracious Al-Sabah Family, the Amiri Diwan extended on Monday gratitude to all citizens and residents who offered condolences over the demise of Sheikha Baderia Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah.
The Amiri Diwan prayed to Allah the Almighty to bestow mercy upon the deceased's soul.

Kuwait Amir congratulates India on Republic Day

26-01-2026

- His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable of congratulations on Monday to President of India Droupadi Murmu, on her country's Republic Day.
His Highness the Amir wished Murmu good health and further progress and prosperity for India and its people.

Kuwait Amir receives UAE Deputy PM

28-01-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Wednesday Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan and the accompanying delegation at Bayan Palace.
Sheikh Abdullah conveyed to His Highness the Amir the greetings and best wishes of UAE President Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Al-Nahyan and Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, wishing His Highness the Amir continued good health and prosperity for Kuwait and its people.
In return, His Highness the Amir asked Sheikh Abdullah to convey his greetings to Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed and Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid, wishing them continued health and more progress and prosperity to UAE and its people.
The meeting was attended by Minister of Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Al-Yahya, Director of His Highness the Amir's Office, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Jamal Al-Theyab, Undersecretary of the Amiri Diwan Sheikh Abdulaziz Mishal Mubarak Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and Undersecretary for Foreign Affairs at the Amiri Diwan Mazen Al-Issa.

Kuwait Amir consoles families of deceased officers

27-01-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace on Tuesday First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah and the families of the deceased officers who passed away in the line of duty, Colonel Saud Al-Khamsan and Sergeant Mohammad Al-Hajeri.
The deceased passed away in a fire that erupted in the general administration building of correctional institutions.
His Highness the Amir condoled with the families and offered his sincere solace, recalling the deceased's heroic deeds and active professional roles.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Qatar on Sheikh Joaan's election as OCA president

26-01-2026

His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, sent a congratulatory cable on Monday to the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, on the election of Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani as President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).
In the cable, His Highness the Amir expressed his sincere congratulations on this election, noting that it reflects Qatar's high international standing.
His Highness the Amir also wished Sheikh Joaan success in his new role, extending his best wishes to Qatar and its people for ontinued progress and prosperity under the wise leadership of Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Australia on Nat'l Day

26-01-2026

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable of congratulations on Monday to Governor General of the Commonwealth of Australia Sam Mostyn on her country's National Day, Australia Day.
His Highness the Amir wished Mostyn good health and further progress and prosperity for Australia and its people.