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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 congratulates Oman on nat'l day

17-11-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Sunday sent a cable of congratulations to Sultan Haitham bin Tareq of Oman on the occasion of his country's 54th national day.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir commended the solid and historical ties between Kuwait and Oman as well as the outstanding achievements that Oman has accomplished under the wise leadership of the Sultan.
His Highness the Amir also wished the Sultan of Oman good health and further progress and prosperity for his country under his wise leadership.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Botswana Pres. on election, taking constitutional oath

13-11-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Wednesday a cable to the President of Botswana Duma Gideon, congratulating him on being elected and taking the constitutional oath.
His Highness the Amir wished the President success in leading his nation and its people more progress and development.

Amiri decree appoints three experienced members at PISS board

12-11-2024

An Amir Decree was issued on Tuesday appointing three experienced members at the board of directors of the Public Institutions for Social Security (PISS) for three years.
The Decree No. 189 of 2024 includes Khaled Yusuf Ibrahim Al-Hajri, Suleiman Dawood Suleiman Al-Ghoneim and Abdullah Osama Fahad Al-Jarallah.
The Decree's second article asks Minister of Finance to implement the decree from the date issuance at the official gazette.
In this context, a cabinet decree No. 1338 of 2024 was issued appointing six experienced representatives of bodies at the PISS' board of directors for three years.
The new representatives are Mohammad Mubarak Mohammad Al-Ammari, Feras Adel Yusuf Al-Shahin, Khaled Amer Al-Ajmi, Mohammad Abdulmohsen Suleiman Al-Ahmad, Abdulaziz Matter Al-Azmi and Talal Khaled Al-Nisf.

Diwan: Amiri decree signed reassigning minister Al-Wasmi

11-11-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah signed a decree reassigning Dr. Mohammad Al-Wasmi as minister of Awqaf (endowment) and Islamic Affairs.
According to the decree, Nasser Al-Sumait will become Minister of Justice.
His Highness the Prime Minister must execute the Decree on the date of issue in the official gazette, canceling previous iterations.

Sheikh Mubarak Humoud Al-Jaber Al-Sabah named chief of Nat'l Guard

13-11-2024

An Amiri decree was issued on Wednesday appointing Sheikh Mubarak Humoud Al-Jaber Al-Sabah as chairman of the National Guard.

Kuwait Amir offers condolences to Colombia on victims of floods

13-11-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Wednesday a cable to the President of Botswana Duma Gideon, congratulating him on being elected and taking the constitutional oath.
His Highness the Amir wished the President success in leading his nation and its people more progress and development.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Pres. of Angola on nat'l day

11-11-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a congratulatory cable to the President of the Republic of Angola, Joao Lourenco, on his country's national day.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir wished President Lourenco good health and wellness as well as more progress and prosperity to Angola and its people.

Kuwait Amir, UAE Pres. hold official talks at Bayan Palace

10-11-2024
Official talks between Kuwait and the UAE took place on Sunday at Bayan Palace, heading the Kuwaiti side was 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, while the Emirati delegation was headed by President Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Al-Nahyan.
At the meeting, attended by a number of top officials from both sides, His Highness the Amir welcomed the Emirati head of state, expressing deep joy and appreciation for his visit.
His Highness the Amir called this visit a point to further cement the sturdy long-lasting relations tying the two, and moving forward to a bright present and a promising future, whether on bilateral level through Kuwaiti-Emirtai joint committee, or through the Gulf bloc.
He praised the harmony between the Kuwaiti and Emirati positions on regional and international fronts and in highly sensitive times, saying that addressing these challenges should be rooted in international relations and charters, dictated by the voice of wisdom.
Concluding his speech, His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal wished the UAE's President success in all his endeavors, and for the fraternal nation further progression and excellence.
On his part, the President voiced his delight at visiting Kuwait and meeting with His Highness the Amir, to engage in discussions and exchange perspectives on matters important to their respective nations and region as a whole.
The Emirati President hailed the deep-rooted relations between the two saying that they are interlinked by shared blood, history, culture, proximity, and principles.
He said that these sentiments were expressed some 56 years ago during first official visit of late Sheikh Zayed to Kuwait and his meeting with late Sheikh Sabah Al-Salem, and remain unchanged since then.
The UAE believes that economic cooperation is the basis for strong relations and achievement of aspirations, stated the President adding that as such, the UAE sees Kuwait as an essential partner for progress and development in the region.
In that regard, President Sheikh Mohammad pointed to non-oil trade exchange between the two saying that it had amounted to more than USD 12 billion.
The UAE is Kuwait's second largest trade partner in the world, and second on regional level and Kuwait is the UAE's 12 most essential partner in the world, he remarked hoping for even more growth in economic relations.
Taking note of the difficult challenges facing the region and the whole world, the President affirmed that Gulf work is a security policy ensuring stability in the region.
President of the UAE thanked His Highness the Amir for the warm welcome and generous hospitality, wishing Kuwait further progress and prosperity.
Amiri Diwan Affairs Minister, Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah Al-Sabah stated that the talks included the modes of boosting the sturdy fraternal relations, across various fields as well as expanding cooperation in what benefits both nations, as well as issues of common interest, supporting unity, joint Arab and Gulf work and latest regional and international developments.