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Kuwait Diving Team removes two tons of abandoned fishing nets from Kuwait Bay

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KUWAIT: The Kuwait Diving Team, operating under the Environmental Voluntary Foundation, has successfully removed three abandoned fishing nets weighing a total of two tons from Kuwait Bay, rescuing trapped marine life in the process. The initiative is part of the team’s ongoing efforts to protect marine ecosystems and ensure the safety of shipping lanes from potential hazards posed by such debris.

Team leader Waleed Al-Fadhel told KUNA on Tuesday that the voluntary mission was necessary due to the increasing accumulation of discarded nets in the area. He emphasized that Kuwait Bay serves as a vital habitat for fish and is an important ecological site, making its preservation crucial. According to Al-Fadhel, specialized boats were deployed to extract the nets, which contained numerous dead fish, marine creatures and seabirds. Some of the nets were located at depths of up to 13 meters, while others were in shallow waters. The team carefully coordinated their retrieval efforts based on tidal movements, weather conditions, and wave height to ensure a safe and effective operation.

He expressed gratitude to various entities that supported the mission, including the Kuwait Ports Authority, the Environment Public Authority, the Kuwait Stock Exchange, the Directorate of Coast Guard, the Public Authority for Agricultural Affairs and Fish Resources, and the marine rescue centers of the Kuwait Fire Service Directorate.

Al-Fadhel highlighted that these efforts align with the global “Clean Seas” campaign in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Program’s Regional Office for West Asia. He reaffirmed the team’s commitment to ongoing marine conservation projects, including monitoring and protecting coral reefs across Kuwaiti islands and coasts, as well as conducting regular beach clean-up campaigns in partnership with civil society organizations to promote environmental awareness and volunteerism.

He also commended the proactive role of authorities and citizens in reporting abandoned nets, urging boat owners to notify the Coast Guard, marine rescue centers, or the Kuwait Diving Team of any hazardous waste or violations. Furthermore, he stressed the importance of imposing stricter penalties on fishermen and seafarers who disregard marine protection laws, particularly in Kuwait Bay, where net fishing is strictly prohibited to safeguard its rich biodiversity and fragile marine ecosystem. – 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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