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KUWAIT: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah visited the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) on Sunday evening to mark the holy month of Ramadan. Accompanied by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah and senior officials, His Highness was warmly received by SJC President and President of the Court of Cassation Dr Adel Bouresli, Minister of Justice Nasser Yusuf Al-Sumait and Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Justice Tareq Ali Al-Asfour.

During his address to the judiciary leadership, His Highness the Amir expressed his pleasure at visiting the judiciary during the blessed month of Ramadan alongside the Crown Prince and other officials. He lauded Kuwait’s judiciary as the cornerstone of justice and stability, emphasizing its pivotal role in upholding the rule of law and serving as a source of national pride.

His Highness underscored that security, coupled with a credible, professional, and impartial judiciary, is fundamental to the nation’s prosperity. Stressing the independence of the judiciary, he affirmed that no authority stands above the judges. He urged the judiciary to act with impartiality, uphold the rule of law, and safeguard the rights and freedoms of all citizens without bias.

Outlining three key priorities for the judiciary, His Highness called for the accelerated Kuwaitization of judicial and subordinate roles, the application of divine justice in verdicts, and the reduction of prosecution and litigation durations. He also praised the increasing role of women in the judiciary, calling it a historic milestone in Kuwait’s commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment.

HH the Amir further expressed hope for legislative reforms to modernize judicial procedures, facilitate litigation, and expedite digital transformation within the judicial system and Public Prosecution. He commended the judiciary and executive authorities as the two pillars of leadership that work to fulfill the aspirations of the people within the constitutional framework.

Concluding his address, His Highness the Amir extended his best wishes to the judiciary and all citizens of Kuwait. SJC President and Court of Cassation President Dr Adel Bouresli reaffirmed the council’s commitment to reinforcing justice and integrating judicial bodies across all sectors. In his speech during the Amir’s visit, Bouresli expressed deep gratitude for the Amir’s unwavering support of the judiciary and legislative authority.

Following His Highness the Amir’s directives, Bouresli vowed to uphold the rule of law equitably, ensuring that justice serves as a foundation for Kuwait’s sustainable development and security. He emphasized the judiciary’s commitment to overcoming obstacles that hinder access to services, aligning with a modernized and inclusive judicial system. Praying for the Amir’s continued good health and for Kuwait’s stability, progress, and prosperity, Bouresli presented His Highness with a commemorative gift to mark the occasion. — KUNA

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Crown Prince receives KPC officials to mark a record offshore gas discovery

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KUWAIT: His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace on Tuesday Minister of Oil Tareq Sulaiman Al-Roumi, Deputy Chairman and CEO of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) Sheikh Nawaf Saud Al-Nasser Al-Sabah and CEO of Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) Ahmad Jaber Al-Aidan. During the meeting, the officials briefed HH the Crown Prince on the new natural gas discovery in the Jazza offshore field, a landmark achievement in Kuwait’s maritime region.

The field recorded the highest production rate from a vertical well in the history of Kuwait’s Managish area and forms part of KOC’s ongoing efforts to develop the country’s hydrocarbon resources. HH the Crown Prince extended his best wishes for continued success and further achievements under the wise leadership of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. The officials presented His Highness with a commemorative gift to mark the occasion. — KUNA

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Kuwait’s Prime Minister to represent Amir at Gaza Peace Summit in Egypt

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KUWAIT: His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and his accompanying delegation left Kuwait on Monday, heading to Egypt where he will represent His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah at the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit for Gaza. — KUNA

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Kuwait promotes social justice and joint Arab developmental efforts

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CAIRO: Minister of Social Affairs, Family and Childhood Affairs and Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs Dr Amthal Al-Huwailah on Monday reaffirmed Kuwait’s commitment to strengthening joint Arab social and developmental efforts to uphold human rights and promote social justice. Delivering her speech at the 82nd session of the Executive Office of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs, held at the League of Arab States headquarters in Egypt, Dr Al-Huwailah opened by expressing deep sorrow over the tragic death of three Amiri Diwan employees in a traffic accident in Sharm El-Sheikh, offering condolences to the families and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.

She expressed pride in Kuwait’s participation in the session, which addressed key social and developmental issues, and expressed hope it would yield decisions supporting social justice policies and the empowerment of women, girls, and persons with disabilities, particularly in political participation and gender equality. Dr Al-Huwailah noted that the session would adopt the draft agenda for the 45th session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs and prepare for the Second World Summit for Social Development, scheduled in Doha next November. She emphasized Kuwait’s aspiration for Arab countries to make a strong and active presence at these events, showcasing development achievements and exchanging experiences in social care.

Officials are pictured during the meeting. - KUNA photos

Officials are pictured during the meeting. – KUNA photos

Highlighting Kuwait’s role, she said the Ministry of Social Affairs, the Supreme Council for Family Affairs, and the Public Authority for the Affairs of Persons with Disabilities are committed to following up on the implementation of Council decisions, ensuring coordination that respects diversity and privacy while promoting social justice.

Dr Al-Huwailah concluded by thanking Egyptian Minister of Social Solidarity and Head of the Executive Office Dr Maya Morsi for the warm reception and efficient organization. She also praised Egypt’s efforts in hosting the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit and its unwavering support for ending the conflict in Palestine. The Executive Office meetings are chaired by Egypt, with membership including Kuwait, Palestine, Qatar, the Comoros, Lebanon and Libya, alongside the participation of the Social Affairs Sector of the League of Arab States, represented by Minister Plenipotentiary Enas Al-Farjani.- KUNA

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