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Amir visits Kuwait Fire Force

24-02-2026 | 11:38

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, accompanied 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, visited the Kuwait Fire Force (KFF) on Tuesday.
Upon arrival, His Highness the Amir was received by First Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah and KFF chief Maj. Gen. Talal Al-Roumi.
Addressing the KFF's staff, His Highness the Amir said: "On this blessed night of Ramadan, it's a pleasure for me, His Highness the Crown Prince and His Highness the Prime Minister to meet the KFF personnel to exchange congratulations of this holy month and Kuwait's national days." His Highness the Amir expressed appreciation to sincere efforts exerted by the KFF to save lives and protect property to ensure a safe life of society based on loyalty and responsibility.
His Highness the Amir also commended the KFF personnel for continued human development through an education and training system and empowering women.
His Highness the Amir appreciated boosting cooperation between the state's military and security institutions and developing partnerships with public and private bodies.
His Highness the Amir valued the steps made to support the Kuwait's leading status in safety and security fields, praising the "International Commander Medal" given by the International Civil Defense Organization to Sheikh Fahad Al-Yusuf.
His Highness the Amir affirmed Kuwait's support for KFF efforts, instructing its officials to expand services and keep pace with urban expansion, keeping at the same time developing human and field potential of the KFF.
His Highness the Amir also asked KFF officials and personnel to raise digital awareness and intensify field tours of stores and facilities to spread the culture of protection and safety.
In addition, His Highness the Amir asked the KFF officials to enhance the foreign training program, and regional and international collaboration as well as keep updated on the latest technical and military developments.
His Highness the Amir finally prayed to Allah Almighty to help the KFF personnel achieve their missions and protect the dear homeland.
Meanwhile, Al-Roumi expressed the honor felt by himself and the KFF personnel in welcoming His Highness the Amir.
He said that His Highness the Amir's visit morally supports the KFF and enhances the spirit of responsibility and belonging.
He also voiced pride for His Highness the Amir's instructions given during the last visit that formed a launch of the development path.
The instructions have contributed to raising vigilance and readiness of the staff, which have resulted in the signing of a protocol with the National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters (NCCAL) on maintaining the country's heritage and property.
Al-Roumi said that the KFF stands on the front line against risks and cooperates with their brothers at military bodies.
Al-Roumi announced the first Artificial Intelligence officer - inaugurating a new phase of digital and technological transformation.
The initiative targets KFF personnel, entrepreneurs, and various segments of society. It is a unique project that incorporates and integrates modern technology, he noted.

Kuwait Amir visits Interior Ministry on occasion of Ramadan

24-02-2026 | 9:32

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, accompanied 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, met with personnel of the Ministry of Interior on Tuesday.
Addressing the ministry's staff, His Highness the Amir emphasized that security is the cornerstone of state strength and societal stability, noting that the Ministry of Interior is at the forefront of enforcing law and order.
His Highness commended the dedication and professionalism of personnel across all sectors, highlighting their role in safeguarding the nation, protecting rights, and reinforcing the prestige and authority of the state.
His Highness the Amir also praised the Ministry for recent achievements, including receiving awards from the General Secretariat of Arab Interior Ministers Council for Arab and international cooperation, in recognition of its coordinated efforts in combating narcotics across the region.
Further, His Highness lauded the ministry's coordination with relevant authorities and legislative improvements, including the implementation of a new traffic law and an updated anti-drug law providing a comprehensive regulatory and punitive framework.
His Highness highlighted advancements in security systems, such as the launch of AI-based smart patrols, the development of land border surveillance systems, and the operation of remotely controlled maritime vessels within the Coast Guard fleet.
His Highness reaffirmed the Ministry's ongoing support and instructed senior officials to maintain vigilance and field coordination, ensure strict and fair law enforcement, and maintain continuous patrolling to ensure public security and stability.
He also stressed the importance of strengthening regional and international partnerships to address shared challenges, improve security coordination, exchange expertise, and support joint Gulf security initiatives.
Moreover, His Highness emphasized institutional development and security governance through workforce training, implementing approved action plans and updated legislation, and improving public services using modern tools and open-door policies.
His Highness the Amir prayed for divine guidance and success for all ministry personnel in serving the nation, and for the continued safety, peace, and prosperity of Kuwait.

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Kuwait Amir applauds women noticeable contributions

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His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, marking Kuwait Woman Day on Friday, expressed pride of the noticeable contributions by the women in building and developing the dear homeland.
His Highness the Amir affirmed the effective role undertaken by the Kuwaiti woman in various fields at the local and international levels through her serious participation in achieving the comprehensive development aspirations.
He proudly noted the honorary patriotic stands that have been taken by the Kuwaiti women in various phases of the homeland history, demonstrating sincere commitment in serving the dear homeland, thus earning widespread admiration.
He lauded the Kuwaiti woman achievements namely attaining her full franchise and congratulated all Kuwaiti women on this annual occasion, wishing them success in continuing their faithful giving for the homeland.

Kuwait Amir congratulates UAE Pres. on assumption of power anniversary

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His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable of congratulations to the President of the UAE Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, on the third anniversary of his assumption of power.
His Highness the Amir lauded the historical deep-rooted ties between the two countries.
His Highness applauded the UAE's developmental achievements in all fields, wishing Sheikh Mohammad a long healthy life and more development and prosperity for the UAE under his leadership.

Kuwait Amir departs Saudi Arabia after attending GCC-US Summit

14-05-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and his accompanying delegation departed Saudi Arabia after attending the Gulf-US Summit held in Riyadh.
His Highness was seen off at the airport by GCC Secretary General Jassem Al-Budaiwi and head of the honorary delegation and Saudi Ambassador to Kuwait Prince Sultan bin Saad Al-Saud, Kuwaiti Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Sheikh Sabah Nasser Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Norway on Nat'l Day

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His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent Saturday a cable to King of Norway Harald V, expressing congratulations on his country's National Day and wishing him good health and the friendly country further progress and prosperity.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Paraguay on Independence Day

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His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent Thursday a congratulatory cable to President of Paraguay Santiago Pena on his country's Independence Day, wishing him good health, and Paraguay and its friendly people further progress and prosperity.

Kuwait Amir arrives in Kuwait after attending Gulf-US Summit

14-05-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and his accompanying delegation returned to Kuwait, after attending the Gulf-US Summit held in Riyadh.
His Highness the Amir was greeted at the airport by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah and Minister of Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah.
His Highness the Amir was accompanied by an official delegation that included Minister of Defense and Acting Minister of Interior Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Al-Yahya and senior state officials.

Kuwait Amir thanks Saudi leaders for hosting Gulf-US Summit

14-05-2025

His Highness the Amir of the State of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Wednesday addressed messages to the top Saudi leaders for hosting the Gulf-US Summit, an event that has affirmed the Kingdom's pivotal role at the regional and international levels.
In his message to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal marked his departure from the Kingdom after participating in the summit by expressing heartfelt sentiments of gratitude to the Monarch for the warm hospitality that depicted the cordial and brotherly relations, the historic and deep-rooted bonds between "our two countries and brotherly peoples." The holding of the Gulf-US Summit, complementary to the previous same-level summits, with attendance of the US President Donald Trump, has empowered the Kingdom's pivotal role at the regional and international levels, His Highness the Amir wrote to King Salman.
Moreover, this summit depicts Riyadh's keenness on strengthening the US-Gulf consensus in the shadow of global developments that compel "us to double efforts and unify the efforts and visions regarding all matters that reinforce security and stability in the region and the world," His Highness Sheikh Meshal said in his address to the Saudi Monarch.
He also lauded Riyadh for the broad preparations for the summit hoping that its outcome and recommendations would contribute to pushing forward the mutual cooperation. In conclusion, he wished the King everlasting wellbeing to lead the Kingdom toward more promotion and prosperity.
In a separate message to the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman, His Highness the Amir re-affirmed what he stated to the King -- upon conclusion of his visit to the Kingdom following the fifth edition of the GCC-US Summit.