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Kuwait Amir honors distinguished teachers, schools on World Teachers' Day

11-11-2025 | 12:48

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah patronized and attended on Tuesday a ceremony honoring a group of outstanding teachers and schools marking World Teachers' Day for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 academic years.
The event, held at Sheikh Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Theater in Abdullah Al-Salem University, was attended by the Crown Prince His Highness Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and senior state officials.
Upon arrival, His Highness the Amir was received by Minister of Education Dr. Jalal Al-Tabtabai and the organizing committee.
The ceremony began with the national anthem followed by a recitation of verses from the Holy Quran. Delivering his speech, Minister Al-Tabtabai said that the honorees were proud of being recognized by the Kuwaiti leadership, which is keen on boosting education in the country.
He praised His Highness the Amir's directives for the educational sector based on cultivating talents and utilizing them in the development of the country.
He revealed that some 600,000 students were enrolled in government schools with capable teaching and administrative stuff, the main driving elements for plans of development in Kuwait.
Honoring teachers is necessary for they are the guide in building the future, he asserted, adding that the latest of technological tools were used to enhance the educational experience in Kuwait.
The minister went on to say that, his ministry was carrying on its educational reform plan for 2025-27, which translates the state's national vision.
The plan covered all aspects of educational development, Al-Tabtabai said, noting that transparency and discipline were driving factors in institutional excellence.
The ministry has also focused on bolstering cooperation with regional and international organizations, including the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), exchanging expertize and the knowledge to help develop Kuwait's digital educational transformation.
He affirmed that the Ministry of Education would continue to boost its efforts to achieve the goals of the New Kuwait Vision 2035.
He addressed educators and thanked for their relentless efforts in raising generations of Kuwaiti students, who are now in leading positions in the state.
Teacher Khalil Saud Al-Harbi delivered a speech on behalf of the honored teachers, thanking the Kuwaiti leadership for their unequivocal support of teachers on the celebration of the World Teachers' Day, vowing to continue giving back to the country through important posts.
A short film titled "Teacher Leaders" was screened, highlighting the evolution of education in Kuwait, the role of educators in shaping values and fostering national development, followed by a musical performance.
His Highness the Amir awarded the attending teachers and representatives of the excellent schools before departing the venue.

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Kuwait Amir congratulates citizens, residents on Eid Al-Adha

04-06-2025

The Amiri Diwan on Wednesday relayed Eid Al-Adha greetings from His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah to Kuwait's citizens and residents, wishing them happy Eid amid amity, security and safety.
The Amiri Diwan seizes this blessed opportunity to convey Eid Al-Adha greetings to His Highness the Amir, 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.
His Highness the Amir also wished both Arab and Muslim worlds blessed Eid, security and stability, praying to Allah Almighty to protect Kuwait and its people and to grant them security and safety.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Polish Pres. on winning elections

03-06-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Tuesday a congratulatory cable to the newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki on winning the presidential elections.
In his cable, His Highness the Amir wished the Polish president success in assuming office, progress and everlasting health.

Kuwait Amir congratulates Italy on Republic Day

02-06-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable of congratulations to the Italian President Sergio Mattarella, on the occasion of his country's Republic Day celebration.
His Highness the Amir wished the Italian President well-being and his country further prosperity.

Kuwait Amir holds luncheon in honor of visiting Syrian Pres.

01-06-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah held on Sunday at Bayan Palace a luncheon in honor of visiting Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa and the accompanying delegation.

Kuwait Amir offers condolences to Indian Pres. over floods victims

03-06-2025

His Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, sent on Tuesday a cable of condolences to the President of India Droupadi Murmu over the floods victims.
In the cable, His Highness expressed his sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy for the victims of the floods resulting from the heavy rains that struck several states in northeastern India, which led to numerous casualties and injuries, as well as the destruction of public facilities and property.
His Highness wished for fast recovery for the injured and expressed hope that Indian officials are able to overcome the effects of this natural disaster.

Kuwait's Amir receives UAE Vice President, accompanied delegation

03-06-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and in presence of 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 received UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, on the occasion of his official visit to the country.
Sheikh Mansour conveyed to His Highness the Amir the greetings the UAE President Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Al-Nahyan and UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, and their wishes for His Highness of good health and continued well-being, and for the people of Kuwait further progress and prosperity.
In turn, His Highness the Amir conveyed his greetings to Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Al-Nahyan and Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, wishing them good health and wellness and to the UAE and its people further development and prosperity.
During the meeting, the historic ties between the two countries and brotherly peoples were touched on.
The meeting was attended by First Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah and other state officials.

Kuwait Amir receives letter from Qatari Amir delivered by PM Sheikh Mohammad

02-06-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace Monday His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammad bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani on occasion of his visit to the State of Kuwait.
Sheikh Mohammad delivered a letter from Qatari Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to His Highness the Amir regarding distinguished relations between the two countries and their people, as well as means of boosting them in all fields.
The letter also dealt with recent regional and international developments.
His Highness the Amir extended his best regards to Sheikh Tamim and the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, wishing them good health and for the State of Qatar and its people prosperity and development under leadership of Sheikh Tamim.

Kuwait Amir, Syria Pres. preside over official round of talks

01-06-2025

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and President of Syria Ahmad Al-Sharaa, on Sunday, presided over the official round of talks between the two countries.
Present at the talks 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, and senior officials of both countries.
Minister of the Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah said in a statement that the session focused on bolstering bilateral relations in all possible domains to achieve the mutual interests of Kuwait and Syria.
The talks also focused on coordinating efforts between the two countries regionally and internationally especially those concerning maintaining the stability and unity of Syria, he revealed.
Issues of common concerns as well as regional and global developments were discussed, the minister added.