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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, Lebanon hold official rounds of talks at Bayan Palace

12-05-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and visiting Lebanese President Joseph Aoun headed on Monday the official rounds of talks between Kuwait and Lebanon at Bayan Palace.
The talks were held in the presence of His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah, and senior officials from both countries.
In a statement, Minister of the Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah said the talks focused on ties and means to develop them on all possible domains.
He added that the recent developments in Lebanon were also on the table of discussions, noting that the meeting affirmed that Lebanon had a historic chance to rebuild and develop as to achieve the aspirations of the Lebanese people.
Top issues of mutual concern, ways to boost Arab cooperation, and latest developments on the regional and international domains were also touched on, said the minister.

Lebanese Pres. arrives in Kuwait on official visit

11-05-2025

President of Lebanon Joseph Aoun and his accompanying delegation arrived on Sunday in Kuwait on an official visit to the country.
He was received at the airport by 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.
National Guard Chief Sheikh Mubarak Al-Humoud Al-Sabah, Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Al-Sabah, Minister of Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah Al-Sabah, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Sherida Al-Maousherji, Minister of Defense and Acting Minister of Interior Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Al-Yahya and senior state officials were also among those who welcomed the Lebanese president.
The honor mission accompanying the president was formed from the Amiri Diwan headed by Advisor at the Amiri Diwan Mohammad Abu Al-Hassan.
President Aoun is accompanied by an official delegation that includes Minister of Foreign Affairs Youssef Rajji and a number of senior officials of Lebanon

Kuwait Amir receives invitation to Gulf-US Summit in Riyadh

11-05-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace on Sunday a written letter from Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, inviting him to attend the Gulf-US Summit to be held in Riyadh this month.
Saudi Ambassador to Kuwait Prince Sultan Al-Saud delivered the letter to His Highness the Amir during the reception.
Senior state officials attend the reception.

Kuwait Amir congratulates newly elected Pope of the Vatican

11-05-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Sunday a cable of congratulations to the newly elected Pope of the Vatican and Bishop of Rome Leo XIV.
In the cable, His Highness expressed his sincere congratulations to the Pope on the great confidence placed in him by the cardinals through his election as head of the Catholic Church, succeeding Pope Francis I.
His Highness expressed his heartfelt wishes to Pope Leo XIV for continued success in spreading the values of tolerance and justice among peoples, praising the strong relations between Kuwait and the Vatican.
His Highness wished him good health and the Vatican further progress and prosperity.

Kuwait's Amir congratulates Singapore on parliamentary election success

12-05-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable to the President of Singapore Tharman Shanmugaratnam, congratulating him on the success of the 14th parliamentary election.
His Highness the Amir wished the President of Singapore well-being and his country further prosperity.

Kuwait Amir receives IOC executive board

11-05-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Sunday the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) executive board, led by its honorary president Thomas Bach.
Addressing the visiting IOC executive board members, who are in Kuwait to convene the international Olympic body's 45th General Assembly session, His Highness the Amir acknowledged the IOC's support for athletes in the region and beyond.
The gathering in Kuwait, home to the headquarters of the Olympic Council of Asia, is a testament to the "unity" of Asian nations, particularly in the field of sports, His Highness the Amir said, underlining such meetings as instrumental in ratcheting up the amity between them.
His Highness the Amir went on to say that sports go beyond the competitive nature of victories and defeats, rather, such activities help promote virutes including peace and forgiveness, pointing out that athletes represent a pillar of a national 2035 development vision.
Wishing the Olympic body the best of luck in its mission, His Highness the Amir called on national Olympic councils to cooperate over research and knowledge exchange, saying it was imperative to keep the sporting sector on an upward trajectory.
In his speech, the IOC's honorary president thanked His Highness the Amir for his sage words, saying that the Olympic Council of Asia was an integral part of the international Olympic movement, citing "decisons" made by His Highness the Amir as the catalyst towards greater Asian unity.
The IOC official spoke of the tremendous benefits that sporting activities have to offer, which are not limited to health and wellbeing, but are also a platform to bring societies closer together, he emphasized, praising Kuwaiti-led initiatives that have helped bolster the body's works.
He mentioned the emergence of Aritificial Intelligence techonology that has reshaped the landscape of sports, saying that such tools should be used with caution given the possible adverse effects it may have on human decison making.
In a gesture of appreciation towards His Highness the Amir's "immense" contributions towards the Olympic body, the OIC honorary chief bestowed upon him a distinguished medal reserved for world leaders who have left an indelible mark on the international Olympic movement.

Kuwait Amir receives Crown Prince, Acting PM

11-05-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Sunday at Bayan Palace His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah.
His Highness also received at Bayan Palace Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah.

Kuwait Amir congratulates new German chancellor

08-05-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Thursday sent a cable of congratulation to newly elected German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir lauded distinguished relations between Kuwait and Germany and wished the new chancellor best of luck and good health, and Germany and its friendly people further progress and prosperity.