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Kuwait Amir receives BlackRock Chairman, CEO

17-11-2025 | 1:38

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace on Monday, in the presence of His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, BlackRock Chairman and CEO Larry Fink and members of the company's board of directors, on their visit to the country.
His Highness the Amir affirmed Kuwait's priority and strong commitment to enhancing new investment pathways and expanding economic cooperation, expressing appreciation for BlackRock's decision to open an office in Kuwait, noting that the move will contribute to improving the business environment, supporting global institutions, and encouraging capital investments that help drive the country's development.
In turn, Fink commended Kuwait's longstanding efforts of more than two decades, which he said contributed to the economic transformation witnessed under the leadership of His Highness the Amir, His Highness the Crown Prince, and His Highness the Prime Minister. He stressed the company's aspiration to further strengthen its partnership with Kuwait in support of its economic vision for prosperity and sustainable growth.
Fink also expressed gratitude for the trust placed in BlackRock, noting that the company is proud to be the first global asset management firm operating at full capacity in Kuwait, a reflection of the shared commitment to advancing the country's development objectives.
The meeting was attended by Minister of Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali Al-Sabah; Director General of the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA) Sheikh Dr. Meshaal Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah; Director of His Highness the Amir's Office retired Lt. Gen. Jamal Mohammad Al-Thiyab; Amiri Diwan Undersecretary Sheikh Abdulaziz Mishal Mubarak Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah; Deputy Foreign Affairs Undersecretary at the Amiri Diwan Mazen Issa Al-Issa; and the Managing Director of the Kuwait Investment Authority Sheikh Saud Salem Abdulaziz Al-Sabah.

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Kuwait Amir congratulates Pres. of Angola's on Nat'l Day

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His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Tuesday a congratulatory cable to the President of the Republic of Angola, Joao Manuel Lourenco, on his country's National Day.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir wished the president and the people of Angola further progress and prosperity.

Kuwait Amir to attend Honoring Ceremony for Teachers, Schools

10-11-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah will attend and patronize an honoring ceremony for a group of distinguished teachers and schools on World Teachers' Day.
The ceremony will be at 10:00 a.m. local time on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at the Sheikh Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Theater, Abdullah Al-Salem University, Shuwaikh.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Cambodia on Independence Day

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His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Sunday a cable of congratulations to the King of Cambodia, Norodom Sihamoni, on his country's Independence Day.
His Highness the Amir wished the King and the Cambodian people further progress and prosperity.

Kuwait Amir condoles Saudi King on demise of Princess' mother

05-11-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Wednesday a cable of condolences to King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud on the demise of Princess Maha bint Mohammad Al-Saud's mother.
His Highness the Amir wished peace for the deceased and solace for the Saudi Royal Family.

Kuwait Amir receives OPEC Sec. Gen.

10-11-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace on Monday Secretary General of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) Haitham Al-Ghais.

Kuwait Amir receives Crown Prince, senior officials

09-11-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace on Sunday His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah.
His Highness the Amir also received His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Chief of the National Guard Sheikh Mubarak Humoud Al-Sabah and First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Al-Sabah.

Kuwait Amir expresses condolences over demise of former US VP Cheney

05-11-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Wednesday a cable of condolences to the President of the US Donald Trump over the demise of former Vice President Richard Bruce Cheney.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Tonga on Nat'l Day

04-11-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable of congratulations on Tuesday to the King of Tonga, Tupou VI, on his country's National Day.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir wished Tupou good health and well-being, and more progress and prosperity for Tonga and its people.