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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 visits UK Jan. 14 at personal invitation of King Charles III

13-01-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and a delegation accompanying him leave for the UK Tuesday, January 14, at the personal invitation of His Majesty King Charles III of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland.

Kuwait Amir receives Crown Prince, PM, First Deputy PM

12-01-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Sunday at Al-Seif Palace His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah.
His Highness the Amir also received separately His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and First Deputy Prime Minister, Defense Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Al-Sabah.

Kuwait Amir congratulates newly elected president of Lebanon

09-01-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Thursday addressed a cable of congratulations to the newly elected president of the Republic of Lebanon, Joseph Aoun.
His Highness the Amir in the cable expressed heartfelt felicitations to Aoun on his election as president of the republic, wishing him success for service of the country's interests and stability, as well as for attaining the aspiration toward growth, progress and prosperity for the country.
His Highness the Amir lauded the historic and distinguished relations bonding the State of Kuwaiti with the sisterly Republic of Lebanon, affirming his aspiration toward cementing these bonds further and promoting the mutual cooperation in various sectors.
He hoped the republic and its people would witness further promotion and development and wished the new president good health and wellbeing.

Kuwait Amir extends appreciation to Kuwaiti people for contributing to Gulf Cup success

07-01-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah extended his sincere appreciation and gratitude to the Kuwaiti people for their hospitality and good deeds towards the Gulf Cup fans that have contributed to the success of the event.
This came in a speech by His Highness the Amir during his reception to the Supreme Organizing Committee for the Gulf Cup Tuesday in the presence of His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and First Deputy Prime Minister, Interior Minister and Defense Minister Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah.
In the speech, His Highness the Amir thanked Minister of Information and Culture, Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Chairman of the Supreme Organizing Committee for the Gulf Cup, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, President of the Kuwait Football Association, Vice Chairman of the Supreme Committee Sheikh Ahmad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, and the committee members for their efforts.
His Highness the Amir also extended appreciation to His Highness the Prime Minister and all the concerned ministers, officials and volunteers tireless efforts, which culminated in the success of this sporting event that reflected the readiness of the State of Kuwait to organize such tournaments.
His Highness the Amir congratulated Bahrain on winning the cup, extending appreciation to all of the participating teams wishing the success in upcoming events.
Further, His Highness the Amir affirmed full support for the continuation of the development renaissance witnessed by the State of Kuwait in various fields, especially sports, and the ambition of hosting the Asian Football Cup in the near future.
In turn, Minister of Information Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi and on behalf of the supreme committee members thanked His Highness the Amir for this reception and the kind sentiments.
"Your generous sponsorship of this sporting event was not just a support for sports, but rather a noble message that reflects your constant keenness to consolidate the values of brotherhood and fraternity among the peoples of the Arabian Gulf and to embody Kuwait's pioneering role as a center of love and peace in the region," said Minister Al-Mutairi.
The meeting was attended by senior state officials.

Kuwait Amir receives phone call from UK PM

12-01-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received a phone call, Sunday, from the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Britain and Northern Ireland, Sir Keir Starmer.
During the call, they discussed the strong and distinguished bilateral relations between Kuwait and the UK, expressing their shared aspirations to further enhance and strengthen these ties.
The Prime Minister conveyed his best wishes for His Highness the Amir's continued good health and well-being and expressed hopes for further progress, prosperity, and growth for Kuwait under His Highness the Amir's leadership.
In response, His Highness the Amir expressed his sincere gratitude and appreciation for the call, emphasizing the strong bilateral relations between the two nations, and reaffirmed his commitment to fostering closer ties and expanding cooperation across various fields and sectors.
His Highness the Amir also wished the UK Prime Minister good health and well-being and extended his best wishes for continued prosperity and progress for the UK and its people, and expressed hope for further growth and development in the historic relations between the two nations.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Omani Sultan on 5th anniv. of throne assumption

11-01-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable on Saturday to the Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tareq, congratulating him on the fifth anniversary of his throne assumption.
In his cable, His Highness the Amir praised the Sultanate's comprehensive development accomplishments covering various domains under the Sultan's leadership.
His Highness the Amir commended the historical and fraternal relations between both countries and peoples, underlining permanent and joint interest in promoting and developing horizons of existing cooperation at all levels.
His Highness the Amir also wished the Sultan of Oman good health and the Sultanate and its people further progress and prosperity under his wise leadership.

Kuwait Amir condoles with Chinese Pres. over Tibet earthquake victims

08-01-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable of condolences Wednesday to Chinese President Xi Jinping, over the Tibet earthquake victims.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir expressed condolences to the victims' families, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.

Kuwait Amir condoles with Jordanian King on death of Princess Majda

06-01-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable of condolences on Monday to King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein of Jordan over the death of Princess Majda Raad, wife of Jordanian Prince Raad bin Zeid.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the deceased vast mercy and forgiveness, and to grant her entry into paradise, asking Allah Almighty to bestow patience and solace upon the royal family.