Al-Diwan Al-Amiri News

Kuwait Amir visits Nabat Poets' Diwaniya

17-03-2025 | 9:53

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 Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah, visited Nabat Poets' Diwaniya on Monday evening.
Upon arrival, His Highness the Amir was warmly welcomed by Minister of Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah and secretary of Nabat Poets' Diwaniya's Nassar Al-Khamsan.
In his speech, His Highness the Amir said: "From the minaret of poetry, we meet again with you. Together with my brother His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, the Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah and my brother companions. We all congratulate you on the holy month of Ramadan." "We pray to Allah, the Almighty, to repeat this holy month several times and grant you, the dear homeland and the Arab and Muslim nation abundance of blessings and boons," he said.
"We proudly remind you of the founder of this Diwaniya, the late Amir Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, who realized the outstanding position of this poetry in making history and heritage," His Highness the Amir noted. His Highness the Amir referred to the directives of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al-Nahyan, who attended the inauguration ceremony of the Diwaniya and loved Kuwait so much.
His Highness the Amir expressed pride that Kuwait has a Nabat Poets' Diwaniya, a symbol of history and heritage, and a bridge linking last with present, that aims to maintain Nabat poetry heritage.
His Highness the Amir appreciated the efforts of Diwaniya's officials to back poets to achieve national spirit and allegiance to the dear homeland and the leadership.
His Highness the Amir urged poets to preserve fathers and grandfathers' identity, and benefit from senior poets.
On naming Kuwait as the capital of Arab culture for 2025, His Highness the Amir also instructed intensifying holding several symposiums and meetings in the country to be a chance to help poets learn and share expertise. Meanwhile, Al-Khamsan delivered a speech in which he warmly welcomed His Highness the Amir and expressed pride for this visit, which showed His Highness the Amir's much attention to heritage, culture and communication with society.
He stressed that Diwaniya's message will continue, noting that it is inspired by His Highness the Amir's directives, which confirm the key role of culture and poetry in boosting national identity.
He revealed that they are working on expanding Nabat poetry in all governorates to highlight "our cultural heritage in all national occasions".
He wished His Highness the Amir success to make further progress and prosperity to homeland, praying to Allah, the Almighty, to bestow everlasting good health on His Highness the Amir.
Finally, poets Faisal Al-Adwai and Yusuf Al-Shatti read out two poems, which highly pleased audience.

DIWAN-KUWAIT-AMIR-KSCD

17-03-2025 | 8:42

Kuwait Amir visits Kuwait Sport Club for Deaf KUWAIT, March 17 (KUNA) -- 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 Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah as well as other senior state officials, paid a visit to Kuwait Sport Club for Deaf (KSCD) on Monday evening.
Upon his arrival, he was warmly welcomed by Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, Acting Director General of the Public Authority for Sport Bashar Abdullah Al-Salem and KSCD Board Chairman Anwar Manif Al-Harbi.
Greeting the audience in a speech, His Highness the Amir said, "With you we meet again. Together with my brother His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, the Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah and my brother companions, we have the pleasure of congratulating you on the holy month of Ramadan." "We pray for Allah, the Almighty, to repeat this holy month several times and grant you, the dear homeland and the Arab and Muslim nation abundance of blessings and boons," he said.
His Highness the Amir praised the KSCD leaders for their dedication in providing the necessary care for "the people with strong will and endurance." He reaffirmed the state's support for the club, appreciating the achievements recently made by its members in regional sports events, citing as an example the bowling player who was able to reach the quarterfinal of the 10th Asia Pacific Deaf Games in Malaysia last December.
He stated support to the Club's bid to host an international shooting championship and a regional Arabian Gulf chess championship.
His Highness the Amir instructed the competent state authorities to give more care for the deaf in the health, education, sports, training and social areas, and introduce the latest technological devices such as smart glasses.
He wished the members of the Club success in all international sports events to raise Kuwait's national flag high.
KSCD Chairman Anwar Al-Harbi delivered a speech to extol His Highness the Amir for his visit and care for the Club.
His Highness the Amir received a souvenir as a token of appreciation, and then signed his name at the Club's register of honor.

Kuwait Amir visits Supreme Judiciary Council

16-03-2025 | 8:57

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah paid a visit to the Supreme Judiciary Council (SJC) on Sunday evening on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan.
He was accompanied by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah and other senior officials. They were warmly welcomed by SJC President and President of the Court of Cassation Dr. Adel Bouresli, Minister of Justice Nasser Yusuf Al-Sumeit and Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Justice Tareq Ali Al-Asfour.
In a speech to the judiciary top brass, His Highness the Amir said, "Together with my brother His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, the Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah and my brother companions, we are pleased to visit you on a blessed night of the holy month of Ramadan." He praised the role of the judiciary authority of Kuwait as "the mainstay of justice and stability," in the country and a source of pride for all Kuwaitis.
The cornerstone in our quest for prosperity are a comprehensive security and a credible, professional and impartial judiciary ensuring justice for everybody, he said, affirming that "nobody has authority over judges." His Highness the Amir urged the judicial authority to act impartially, uphold the rule of law, and ensure the rights and freedoms of everybody, away from any personal considerations.
He outlined three main requests for the judiciary to work on as early as possible; First, to speed up the Kuwaitization of the judicial and the subordinate jobs, Second, to put fear of Allah, the Almighty, above all considerations while making verdicts, And third, to shorten the period of a prosecution and settling the disputes.
His Highness the Amir took pride in the growing participation of women in the judiciary, saying it is a historic stride in the way to woman empowerment which reflects Kuwait's commitment to ensuring gender equality.
He voiced hope for adopting legislations that could modern the judicial work, facilitate litigation and prosecution, and speed up the digitization of the judicial authority and the Public Prosecution.
He lauded the roles of the judicial and the executive authorities as "two wings of the leadership" helping realize the aspirations of the people and protecting their interests in the framework of the constitution.
Concluding, His Highness the Amir expressed best wishes for the judiciary people and all sons of Kuwait.

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Kuwait Amir congratulates Ghana Pres.-Elect

11-12-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Wednesday a cable of congratulations to the President-Elect of Republic of Ghana John Dramani Mahama on the occasion of winning the presidential election.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir wished him good health and more progress and development for Ghana and its friendly people.

Kuwait Amir receives Saudi Min. of State at Bayan Palace

10-12-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received Saudi Arabia Minister of State and member of the cabinet Prince Turki bin Mohammad Al-Saud at Bayan Palace Tuesday Morning.
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 Mohammad bin Salman Al-Saud, as well as their wishes to His Highness the Amir for long-lasting health and wellness and for the people of Kuwait further progress and prosperity.
In response, His Highness the Amir conveyed his greetings to King Salman and Prince Mohammad, wishing them long-lasting health and wellness, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its people further progress and prosperity.
Saudi Arabian Finance Minister Mohammad Al-Jadaan and Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Abdullah Al-Yahya attended the reception.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Morocco King on successful operation

09-12-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, sent Monday a cable to King Mohammad VI of Morocco, congratulating him on the successful operation he underwent.
His Highness the Amir wished the King good health and wellbeing, and the people of Morocco further progress and prosperity under his wise leadership.

Kuwait Amir receives Crown Prince, PM, First Deputy PM

08-12-2024

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

Kuwait Amir patronizes, attends KFAS award ceremony

11-12-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah patronized and attended the award distribution ceremony of Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) for 2022-2023 at Bayan Palace's theater on Wednesday.
His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, senior sheikhs, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, President of Kuwait's Supreme Judicial Council and head of the Court of Cassation judge Dr. Adel Bouresli and senior state officials attended the ceremony.
His Highness the Amir arrived at the venue and was warmly welcomed by KFAS Director-General Dr. Ameenah Farhan and KFAS board members.
The national anthem was played and some Quranic verses recited at the beginning of the event.
Addressing the ceremony, the KFAS Director-General said that the foundation has been in the habit of holding this award distribution ceremony for four decades now with the aim of honoring Kuwaiti and Arab scientists.
She underlined the KFAS' great goals of developing a pioneering and sustainable research system in order to serve the country's national development in all fields thanks to concerted efforts, farsightedness and shrewd leadership.
She added that the KFAS has taken upon itself to stimulate and spur innovation, based on its mission of supporting innovation programs, spreading various initiatives to enable Kuwait to address present and future challenges, turn research findings into applied knowledge and technologies and help experts and specialists develop marketable, expandable and developable innovations.
This, she maintained, would put the State of Kuwait, with its leadership, people and scientists, among pioneering countries in view of research and innovation.
In the age of speed and advancement, the foundation has been stepping up its efforts to bolster and cement its competitive edge by means of capitalizing on Kuwait's human capabilities and experts through boosting global competitiveness, creating a future mentality capable of keeping abreast of advancement, linking reality with the future, and preparing for the future.
She pointed out that the foundation has always worked on scientific, professional and research connection between different segments involving academic and research circles, state agencies, the private sector, non-governmental organizations, society in general, and global institutions.
She commended the foundation as a role model in view of knowledge and disseminating it, developing, supporting scientific research and promoting science, technology and innovation.
She concluded by thanking and appreciating His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah for awarding the winners as proof of appreciation to science and scientists.
Finally, His Highness the Amir honored the award winners, while His Highness was given a present on the occasion.

Kuwait Amir to patronize, attend KFAS award ceremony Wed.

10-12-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah will patronize and attend the award distribution ceremony of Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Science (KFAS) for 2022-2023 at Bayan Palace's theater on Wednesday.

Kuwaiti Amir offers condolences to Saudi King over Princess passing

08-12-2024

Kuwaiti Amir offers condolences to Saudi King over Princess passing KUWAIT, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Sunday, a cable of condolences to Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud over the passing of Princess Najlaa bint Saad Al Saud.
In the cable, His Highness the Amir wished forbearance and consolation for the royal family and loved ones of the deceased.

Kuwait Amir congratulates newly elected Namibian Pres.

08-12-2024

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Sunday sent a cable of congratulation to the newly elected President of Namibia Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on winning the election.
His Highness the Amir wished success and wellbeing to the President, and the friendly people of Namibia further progress and prosperity.