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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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Attending the audience were His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad al-Sabah, GCC countries' ministers of sports and youth and heads of sports unions partaking and attending the Arabian Gulf Cup tournament (Khaleeji Zain 26).

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Kuwait Amir receives PM Sheikh Ahmad, visiting Indian PM

22-12-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace on Sunday His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with his accompanying delegation, currently paying an official visit to the country.
The Kuwaiti and Indian sides discussed bilateral relations between the two friendly countries, peoples, means of boosting these ties in various spheres, expanding cooperation, key issues of common concern, latest developments on the regional and international arenas.
Kuwait's First Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah and senior State officials attended the audience.

Kuwait Amir sponsors inauguration of Khaleeji Zain 26

21-12-2024

Under sponsorship of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the inauguration ceremony of the Arabian Gulf Cup tournament (Khaleeji Zain 26) was held at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium on Saturday.
His Highness the Amir had arrived at the stadium with warm welcome by dignitaries namely the Minister of Information, Minister of Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Chairman of the championship steering committee, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, Chairman of the Kuwaiti Football Association Sheikh Ahmad Al-Yusuf Al-Saud Al-Sabah, Deputy Chairman of the association Sheikh Mubarak Faisal Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and the Acting Director General of the Public Sports Authority Bashar Abdullah.
The ceremony was attended by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, the visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, FIFA President Gianni Infanito, senior sheikhs, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Head of the Supreme Judicial Council judge Dr. Adel Bouresli, ministers of sports and youth and heads of sports federations from the participating GCC countries.
It kick started with the National Anthem followed by a brief statement by His Highness the Amir who welcomed all attendees "who have gathered on the territory of the State of Kuwait, the territory of amity and peace .. such a gathering depicts the fraternal sports spirit bonding our Gulf peoples.
"In the name of His Almighty Allah we inaugurate the 26th session of the Arabian Football Gulf Cup." After the inauguration, the first match between Kuwait and Oman got underway. Then, His Highness the Amir departed the stadium.

Kuwait Amir patronizes, attends "Khaleeji 26"

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His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah will patronize and attend the opening ceremony of the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup (Khaleeji 26) at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium at 7:00 pm local time on Saturday (December 21).