KUWAIT: The Center for Media Development at Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) concluded on Thursday its training program on “News Editing,” which brought together participants from KUNA, Qatar News Agency (QNA), the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), the Kuwait Insurance Regulatory Unit and the Kuwait Ports Authority.

The program, launched last Sunday, covered key aspects of journalistic editing, including the basics of news writing, re-editing, linguistic proofreading, and the preparation of different forms of journalistic material such as news reports, investigations, interviews, and feature stories. Participants also received training on maintaining quality standards in journalism, addressing common language errors, applying journalistic ethics, verifying information, and combating fake news in an era shaped by digital media developments.

“The mastery of accurate and proper Arabic is a cornerstone in conveying the message of media institutions and communicating effectively with the public,” said Dr. Abdullah Al-Harbi, professor of Arabic at the Arab Open University and the program’s presenter. “Choosing precise vocabulary and clear formulations not only enhances credibility but also strengthens public trust,” he added.

Al-Harbi stressed that news writing and press releases extend beyond simply delivering information, serving as a means to clarify institutional goals and messages. He underlined that professional editing skills are essential for effective communication, noting that the practical training component enabled participants to directly engage in reformulating and editing news, thereby improving their professional competence and aligning with the demands of modern media.

Since its establishment in December 1995, KUNA’s Center for Media Development has been recognized as one of the region’s leading institutions for media training. Over the years, it has organized hundreds of specialized programs aimed at enhancing professional skills, upgrading media cadres, and improving the overall quality of journalistic work. — KUNA

KUWAIT: His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on Monday chaired the 27th meeting of the ministerial committee tasked with following up on the implementation of agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) signed between the governments of Kuwait and China. The session was held at Bayan Palace. The meeting reviewed the latest developments in projects covered by the MoUs, including cooperation on the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port project, electrical power systems and renewable energy development, low-carbon green waste recycling systems, housing development, environmental infrastructure for wastewater treatment plants, and the establishment of free and economic zones.

Officials also examined the outcomes of recent visits by Chinese delegations focused on environmental cooperation, afforestation and combating desertification. His Highness the Prime Minister directed committee members to closely monitor the implementation of agreements with major Chinese state-owned companies, emphasizing adherence to strategic plans to achieve the targeted outcomes within the scheduled timeframe.

Ambassador Samih Jawhar Hayat, Assistant Foreign Minister for Asian Affairs and rapporteur of the committee, said the meeting addressed follow-up on key development projects and discussed the agenda for the upcoming visit of official Chinese delegations, aimed at enhancing cooperation in renewable and clean energy. He added that implementation procedures will begin for the Chinese state-owned company assigned to phases 3 and 4 of the Abdaliyah and Shagaya renewable energy projects.

The meeting was attended by senior officials, including Head of the Diwan of the Prime Minister Abdulaziz Dakhil Al-Dakhil; Minister of Public Works Dr Noura Mohammed Al-Mashaan; Minister of State for Municipal Affairs and Housing Abdullatif Hamed Al-Mishari; Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, Acting Minister of Finance Dr Sabeeh Abdulaziz Al-Mukhaizeem; Director General of the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority Sheikh Dr Meshaal Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah; Head of the Fatwa and Legislation Department Counselor Salah Ateeq Al-Majed; Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defense Sheikh Dr Abdullah Meshaal Mubarak Al-Sabah and Ambassador Samih Jawhar Hayat. — KUNA

KUWAIT: Assistant Foreign Minister for Human Rights Affairs, Ambassador Sheikha Jawaher Ibrahim Al-Duaij Al-Sabah, affirmed that combating human trafficking and safeguarding victims remains a strategic priority, reflecting Kuwait’s commitment to its humanitarian values and international obligations. Her remarks came following a symposium organized by the Human Rights Affairs Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the title, “The Role of the Permanent National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling.” The event was attended by representatives of relevant national bodies, ministry staff and Kuwaiti diplomatic missions in labor-exporting countries.

Sheikha Jawaher highlighted that the symposium aligns with Kuwait’s New Kuwait 2035 development plan, which aims to build a diversified and sustainable economy, develop human capital, enhance justice and governance, and transform Kuwait into a global financial and commercial hub. It also complements the National Strategy for Combating Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling (2025–2028), which focuses on strengthening prevention, protection and accountability measures, developing a national referral system, enhancing law enforcement capabilities, improving coordination and data collection, and fostering international cooperation and community awareness.

She commended the joint efforts of participating bodies, noting that the Ministry of Justice presented the legal and national framework for combating human trafficking and the national referral system. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized the role of Kuwaiti diplomacy as the first line of defense in monitoring cases and promptly referring them to competent authorities. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Interior highlighted its investigative efforts, prosecution of cross-border criminal networks and coordination with relevant authorities to protect victims. The Public Authority of Manpower outlined labor inspection procedures, awareness campaigns, and measures to safeguard workers’ rights, while the Public Prosecution detailed investigation and prosecution mechanisms to ensure victims’ protection.

Sheikha Jawaher also praised the contribution of Kuwaiti diplomatic missions in labor-exporting countries, noting active participation by missions in Manila, New Delhi and Washington D.C., whose interventions reflected practical experience in addressing labor issues and combating trafficking at the international level. She reiterated Kuwait’s ongoing commitment to strengthening institutional cooperation, developing national capabilities and collaborating with regional and international partners in the fight against human trafficking. — KUNA