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MUSCAT: Chief Executive Officer for Planning and Innovation at Kuwait Oil Company (KOC), Mohammad Al-Abduljaleel, affirmed Kuwait’s commitment to active participation in regional and international energy forums to showcase its leadership in the oil and gas sector. Speaking to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on the sidelines of the Oman Petroleum and Energy Conference and Oman Sustainability Week 2025, Al-Abduljaleel said the company’s involvement reflects Kuwait’s dedication to highlighting its pioneering role in the global energy landscape. The event, which commenced on Monday, is set to conclude on Wednesday.

Al-Abduljaleel noted that KOC’s delegation includes a number of experts and engineers who are presenting technical papers and case studies that spotlight the company’s latest innovations and operational advancements. These include developments in oil and gas operations, as well as strides in health, safety, security, the environment, social responsibility, and sustainability.

He underscored KOC’s ongoing efforts to accelerate digital transformation, enhance operational efficiency, and reinforce its environmental sustainability initiatives in alignment with its responsibilities to future generations. These initiatives, he said, support the objectives of the “New Kuwait 2035” vision and aim to bolster the country’s status as a regional and global hub for energy and technology.

Al-Abduljaleel emphasized the importance of international energy gatherings in facilitating the exchange of knowledge, best practices, and technical expertise, as well as providing opportunities for high-level meetings with industry leaders. He expressed appreciation to Oman’s Minister of Energy and Minerals, Salim Al-Aufi, for sponsoring the event and praised the organizers for their efforts in hosting a world-class forum, highlighting Oman’s capacity to convene major international events.

Deputy CEO for Projects and Engineering at KOC, Fahad Al-Kharqawi, also spoke to KUNA, reiterating the company’s central role in advancing the oil sector through forward-looking strategies that align with global trends. He stressed that KOC remains a key pillar of Kuwait’s economic development and prosperity. Al-Kharqawi attributed KOC’s successes to the dedication of its workforce and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to initiatives that strengthen Kuwait’s position in the global energy arena while promoting comprehensive and sustainable national development.

He added that the sessions at the Oman conference will spotlight cutting-edge sustainability practices, circular economy frameworks, and innovations in energy transition, renewable energy integration, and digitalization. Discussions will also address the future of liquefied natural gas in the region. Over 350 companies from various sectors are taking part in the conference. KOC is participating with a dedicated pavilion, presenting its most notable achievements and projects. The company’s high-level delegation includes, alongside Al-Abduljaleel and Al-Kharqawi, several group managers, team leaders, and senior technical personnel. — KUNA

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Sadu House workshop sheds light on hand-weaving

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KUWAIT: Sadu House held a workshop titled “Embroidery Using the Nafash Needle Technique,” as part of the 17th edition of the “Summer Cultural Festival” organized by the National Council for Culture, Arts, and Letters (NCCAL). The workshop was led by trainer Anfal Al-Azmi that attracted participants interested in handicrafts and traditional arts. Al-Azmi explained that the “Nafash Needle” technique is a type of hand-weaving that involves inserting the needle into a piece of cotton fabric to create various designs and patterns.

She added that this technique is commonly used to decorate bags, carpets, and clothing, as well as to produce distinctive art pieces. Al-Azmi noted that while learning the craft is relatively easy, it requires some training to master the stitching properly. The workshop included hands-on practice with a simple sample to give participants their first practical experience. The “Summer Cultural Festival” serves as a platform to revive heritage and promote arts and handicrafts, and offer diverse cultural and artistic events suitable for all age groups. — KUNA

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Kuwait Acting PM receives Antigua and Barbuda’s Foreign Minister

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 KUWAIT:  Kuwait’s Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Al-Sabah, received on Wednesday at Bayan Palace, in the presence of Foreign Minister Abdullah Al-Yahya, Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Trade, and Barbuda Affairs Everly Paul Chett Green, along with his accompanying delegation, on the occasion of his visit to the country.

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During the meeting, the two sides reviewed bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen them, in addition to exchanging views on issues of mutual interest. — KUNA

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Sept 4 declared holiday for Prophet’s birthday

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KUWAIT: The Cabinet on Tuesday announced that work in all ministries, government agencies, public institutions, and affiliated bodies will be suspended on Thursday, September 4, 2025, in observance of the Prophet’s (PBUH) Birthday (1447 AH).

The decision was made during the Cabinet’s weekly meeting, chaired by Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah. Official duties will resume on Sunday, September 7. The Cabinet noted that entities with special operational schedules will determine their working hours in coordination with the relevant authorities. — KUNA 

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