Al-Diwan Al-Amiri News

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received at the Amiri Airport, Sunday, the Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and the accompanying delegation who arrived in Kuwait to offer condolences over the late Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. Sheikh Tamim also offered condolences to His Highness Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, His Highness Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, His Highness Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and the Al-Sabah family. Minister of the Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah received the Qatari Amir and the high-level delegation offering condolences.

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received Sunday a cable of condolences from National Assembly Speaker Ahmad Al-Saadoun over demise of His Highness the late Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. In his cable, Al-Saadoun expressed his deepest sorrow on behalf of the parliament members over the demise His Highness the late Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. Al-Saadoun also paid his condolences to the people of Kuwait over this great loss, remembering the late Amir's historic stance and wisdom in leading the country to more progress. The parliament speaker prayed to Allah Almighty to bestow mercy on the late Amir, protect Kuwait and its people under the leadership of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal also received a cable of condolences from His Highness Chief of the National Guard Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Al-Sabah over demise of the late Amir, offering consolations to His Highness the Amir and to the people of Kuwait over the loss of an exceptional ruler adding that his demise is a loss for the Arab nations and the world, as he was a wise leader, who dedicated his life to support humanitarian efforts and serve his people. With his passing, Kuwait has lost one of its key figures who added to the country's history and helped it overcome various challenges, steering Kuwait to be a more prosperous nation, His Highness Sheikh Salem added. His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal also received a cable of condolences from His Highness Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammad Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah paying tribute to His Highness the late Amir over his demise. In his cable, Sheikh Nasser said that Kuwait had lost a merciful, kind loving father who dedicated his life to serve his people and was an example of giving, sacrifice and a fervent advocate for spreading peace and solidarity among his people. Sheikh Nasser expressed his sorrow and deep condolences for the great loss of the late ruler praying to Allah Almighty to grant him eternal peace in his last resting place. Moreover, His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal received a similar cable from His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah over demise of the late Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. His Highness the prime minister expressed his deepest sympathy over the demise of the late Amir and implored Allah Almighty to bestow mercy on him, protect Kuwait and its people He added that Kuwait, the Arab and Islamic nations have lost a prominent ruler who dedicated his life to make great achievements, supported humanitarian values and philanthropic action, and left prominent marks in rebuilding the country, promoting its renaissance and achieving the aspirations of the people. His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal sent reply cables to Al-Saadoun, His Highness Sheikh Salem Al-Ali, His Highness Nasser Al-Mohammed and His Highness Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf, expressing gratitude for the cables he received, stressing that the demise of His Highness the late Amir is a great loss to Kuwait and its people. His Highness the Amir added that the late Amir dedicated his life to Kuwait and its people and his legacy will be engraved in his people's memory as he had always called on them to cherish the country's democracy and traditions, affirming that Kuwaitis would be strong and productive through their unity and sacrifice. His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal prayed to Allah Almighty to bestow mercy on the late Amir and wished good health and prosperity to the people of Kuwait.

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received a cable on Sunday from South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol expressing grief over the passing of late Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. In his cable, the Korean leader praised contributions of the late Amir in sustaining bilateral relations between the two friendly countries, and praying to Almighty Allah to bestow mercy upon his soul. His Highness the Amir sent a reply enclosed with utmost appreciation for the heartfelt sentiments.

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Wednesday pledged to pursue the process of reforms and affirmed that "we are in a new phase of the responsible and serious action stages." His Highness the Amir's statement came during a reception of the His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah to take the oath on the occasion of his appointment and present the ministers to His Highness the Amir. His Highness the Amir congratulated the newly elected ministers, stressing that it is a great responsibility, wishing them success in serving the dear homeland and Kuwait's citizens and residents. "We are in a new, responsible, and serious phase of hard-working to serve the nation, its citizens, and its interests," said His Highness the Amir. His Highness the Amir urged the new government to determine priorities, unify efforts, and harness energies according to a specific work plan, and timetable. Further, His Highness the Amir demanded the newly formed government to accelerate the implementation of long-awaited strategic development projects, address needed files, issues, and topics related to infrastructure, and develop health care and the educational system; through procedures that take into account transparency and the preservation of public money. His Highness the Amir also called on the ministers to develop economic and investment sectors to achieve a sustainable economy, invest in human capital, promote innovation and scientific research, improve the business environment and government services, and digital transformation in the services provided. "I urge you to strengthen diplomatic relations with brotherly and friendly countries, raise cooperation frameworks with them in various fields to broader horizons, and consolidate the humanitarian role of the State of Kuwait," said Highness the Amir.

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah performed Sunday prayer on His Highness the late Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah at Belal bin Rabah Mosque in Siddeeq Area. The prayer on the deceased was also performed by National Assembly Speaker Ahmad Al-Saadoun, senior Sheikhs, His Highness Sheikh Nasser Mohammad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, His Highness Sheikh Jaber Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, His Highness Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah and His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, senior officials and citizens.

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Sunday at the Amiri Airport Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, who are in Kuwait to offer condolences over the passing away of late Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. The Lebanese delegation, also including Deputy Premier Saade Chami also offered condolences to His Highness Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, His Highness Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, His Highness Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and members of Al-Sabah family. Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Salem Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received the delegation at the airport.

"With deep grief and regret, we mourn to the Kuwaiti people, the Arab and Muslim nations and friendly people demise of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah who passed away today Saturday." "We pray to His Almighty Allah so he may bestow upon the deceased his unlimited mercy and embrace his soul in his vast paradise."