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New electricity minister appointed | Kuwait Times Newspaper

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KUWAIT: HH the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah signed a decree on Monday appointing Sabeeh Al-Mukhaizeem as Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy. HH the Amir later received Al-Mukhaizeem at Bayan Palace, who took the constitutional oath before him as the new Minister of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy. Present at the ceremony were HH the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah and senior state officials.

New Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy Sabeeh Al-Mukhaizeem takes the constitutional oath before HH the Amir.

New Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy Sabeeh Al-Mukhaizeem takes the constitutional oath before HH the Amir.

According to article one of the decree, Al-Mukhaizeem was assigned to the post of Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy. Article two of the decree tasked the Cabinet to implement the decree on the date of its issue, and revoke all that is contrary to it. The decree will be published in the official gazette.

Separately, HH the Amir Sheikh Meshal received Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Al-Budaiwi at Bayan Palace on Monday. — KUNA

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KOC and KU to enhance joint research

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KUWAIT: A delegation from Kuwait University visited Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) in Al-Ahmadi on July 23, 2025 to discuss ways to enhance joint research cooperation between the two institutions. This visit comes as a follow-up to the existing coordination on the main research agreement signed between the two parties in July 2019, relating to cooperation in the fields of reservoirs and heavy oil, which aims to achieve strategic research and development objectives.

The agreement focuses on strengthening research cooperation between Kuwait University and Kuwait Oil Company through technology and knowledge transfer, improving oil production and refining processes, developing industrial and technological processes through scientific research, and attracting as many members of the university’s academic staff as possible.

At the beginning of the visit, the Kuwait University delegation, represented by Assistant Vice President for External Research Cooperation and Consultancy Dr Mubkhout Mohammed Al-Dosari and Assistant Vice President for Research Funding and Implementation Dr Abdul Latif Abdullah Al-Rashdan, met with Kuwait Oil Company Vice President for Gas and Innovation Amina Rajab. Rajab praised Kuwait University’s efforts in promoting fruitful research cooperation with Kuwait Oil Company and stressed the importance of intensifying research related to the challenges facing the natural gas sector.

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During the meeting, Dr Mubkhout Al-Dosari affirmed that Kuwait University is working, under the signed agreement, to support the company’s decision-making process, contributing to the development of effective strategies that support research interests and achieve scientific progress through external partnerships, to direct research towards creativity and innovation.

The delegation also met Bader Mohammed Al-Ajmi, Director of Innovation and Technology, who welcomed the attendees and emphasized the importance of cooperation between the two sides in serving research, development, and comprehensive development for the benefit of the State of Kuwait. During the meeting, Dr Abdul Latif Al-Rashdan addressed the most prominent administrative, technical, and financial issues facing researchers in projects fully funded by Kuwait Oil Company, which were discussed and possible solutions were developed to deepen cooperation between Kuwait University and Kuwait Oil Company.

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India seeks to expand its fruit exports to Kuwait: Ambassador

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KUWAIT: Following the strong public response to the Indian mango festival held at The Avenues on Thursday, India is exploring the possibility of expanding its fruit exports to Kuwait. Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Dr Adarsh Swaika told Kuwait Times that discussions are underway to introduce Indian-grown dragon fruit, blueberries, and blackberries to the local market.“These fruits are now being cultivated in India, and there is potential for them to enter the Kuwaiti market soon,” he said.

This interest in diversification comes on the heels of the successful rollout of new Indian mango varieties in Kuwait. “For the first time in Kuwait, six new late-season mango varieties are now available in lulu hypermarket, with other major retailers also expressing interest,” the ambassador said.

Known as late-season mangoes, these include Chausa, Mallika, Amrapali, Dussheri, Langra, and the distinctive Fazli mango—recognized with a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for its unique regional origin and characteristics. “India is often called the mango capital of the world. We export over 1,000 varieties, ten of which have earned GI tags,” Dr Swaika noted. He further emphasized the strength of the food sector in bilateral trade, saying, “The food sector is one of the mainstays of our trade ties with Kuwait. Kuwait is among the top five importers of Indian mangoes globally.”

Reflecting on the mango festival held at The Avenues, the ambassador noted the strong engagement from the public. “There was very good enthusiasm at The Avenues Mall,” he said. “We started in the morning, and a lot of people came, tasted the mangoes, and were curious to learn more about the different varieties.”

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Kuwait to explore Czech expertise in health sector

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KUWAIT: Minister of Health Dr Ahmad Al-Awadhi discussed on Thursday with Czech Ambassador to Kuwait Juraj Khmel ways to consolidate bilateral cooperation and benefit from Czech expertise in developing medical services and improving the quality of healthcare in various specialties.

This came in a press statement issued by the ministry after Minister Al-Awadhi received Ambassador Khmel, accompanied by Deputy Head of Mission Anna Otipokova, and in the presence of Assistant Undersecretary for Foreign Health Services Dr Hisham Kalender. This is within the framework of the ministry’s efforts to enhance international cooperation and develop the health sector in the State of Kuwait.

The Czech Ambassador, according to the statement, expressed his appreciation for the Ministry of Health’s efforts in developing the health sector, praising the level of openness and cooperation provided by Kuwait to achieve a sustainable and integrated health system.

Dr Kalender said, according to the statement, that the ministry is working to build strategic partnerships with prestigious international bodies, explaining that this meeting comes within the framework of the ministry’s vision to enhance innovation and attract advanced health solutions. The statement said that during the meeting, the possibilities of opening new channels for joint health coordination, exchanging delegations, and cooperation in areas of interest were discussed. — KUNA

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