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Kuwait Amir receives newly appointed judicial officialsKuwait Amir receives newly appointed judicial officials

09-09-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace on Monday the President of Kuwait's Supreme Judicial Council and the head of the Court of Cassation judge Dr. Adel Bouresli, where he presented Counselor Saleh Rasheed Al-Ragdan who swore in as Vice President of the Court of Cassation.
Also during the reception, Counselor Mohammad Al-Rifae swore in as President of the Court of Appeal.
His Highness the Amir also received the Deputy President of the high court, Counselor Khaled Al-Othman on assuming the duties of his new post.
Minister of Justice and Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs Dr. Mohammad Al-Wasmi, and senior state officials also attended the meeting.

Amiri decree issued on the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Oil Dr. Emad Al-Ateeqi

08-09-2024

An Amiri Decree was issued accepting the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Oil, Dr. Emad Al-Ateeqi on Sunday.
The decree as follows: Decree No. 153 of 2024 on accepting the resignation of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Oil.
After reviewing the Constitution, And the Amiri Order issued on May 10, 2024.
Decree No. 73 of 2024 in forming the Ministry, including the amended Decree No. 140 of 2024.
And the resignation submitted by Dr. Emad Mohammad Abdulaziz Al-Ateeqi, as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Oil.
In addition to the presentation by the Prime Minister, we have decreed the following: Article One: Accepting the resignation of Dr. Emad Mohammad Abdulaziz Al-Ateeqi - Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Oil.
Article Two: The Prime Minister shall implement this decree, it shall be published in the official Gazette and be effective from the date of its issuance.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Paris '24 Paralympic gold medalist Faisal Sorour

08-09-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent Sunday a cable of congratulations to Athlete Faisal Sorour for his gold medal in the Men's Shot Put - F63 event at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
His Highness the Amir praised this achievement and the ability of Kuwaiti disabled youth in overcoming hardships, and wished Sorour further success in various regional and international sporting events.

Kuwait Amir receives Saudi Min. of State

04-09-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace on Wednesday Minister of State and Cabinet Member Prince Turki bin Mohammad bin Fahad Al-Saud.
Prince Turki Al-Saud conveyed to His Highness the Amir the greetings of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammad bin Salman Al-Saud, as well as their wishes to His Highness the Amir for good health and wellness and for the Kuwaiti people further progress and prosperity.
In response, His Highness the Amir conveyed his greetings to King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, and Prince Mohammmd bin Salman Al-Saud, wishing them good health and wellness, and wished the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its people more progress and prosperity.

Amiri decree issued appointing Finance Min. as Acting Oil Min.

08-09-2024

An Amiri Decree was issued on Sunday appointing Finance Minister and Minister of State for Economic and Investment Affairs Nora Al-Fassam as Acting Oil Minister.
The decree as follows: "Decree No. 154 of 2024 on appointing an Acting Minister.
After reviewing the Constitution.
And the Amiri Order issued on May 10, 2024.
And Decree No. 73 of 2024 in forming the Ministry, amended by Decree No. 140 of 2024.
And Decree No. 153 of 2024 accepting the resignation of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Oil, and based on the presentation of the Prime Minister.
We have decreed the following: Article one: Appointing Nora Suleiman Salem Al-Fassam, Minister of Finance and Minister of State for Economic and Investment Affairs as Acting Minister of Oil.
Article Two: The Prime Minister shall implement this decree, it shall be published in the official Gazette and be effective from the date of its issuance.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Algerian Pres. on reelection

08-09-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Sunday a cable of congratulations to Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune on his reelection as president of the brotherly country.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir wished progress and prosperity for Algeria and its people.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Brazil on Nat'l Day

07-09-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Saturday sent a cable to President of Brazil Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, congratulating him on his country's National Day.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir wished the President of Brazil good health and well-being, and for Brazil and its friendly people progress and prosperity.

Kuwait Amir offers condolence to Saudi King over passing of princess

04-09-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a condolence cable on Wednesday to Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, over the passing of Princess Latifa bint Abdulaziz Al-Saud.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir prayed to Allah Almighty to bestow the deceased with mercy and grant Al-Saud Family patience and solace.