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Kuwait PM chairs key meeting to accelerate Kuwait-China projects

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Committee briefed on recent consultations with Beijing to speed up implementation

KUWAIT: Kuwait’s Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah chaired a ministerial committee meeting on Thursday to review the implementation of bilateral agreements and memoranda of understanding (MOUs) signed with China—part of a broader government push to advance the country’s development agenda. Held at Bayan Palace, the meeting marked the 14th session of the committee tasked with tracking progress on joint Kuwait–China initiatives. The session focused on key projects ranging from the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port and electrical grid upgrades to renewable energy expansion, housing development, and environmental infrastructure such as wastewater treatment and green recycling systems.

Discussions also addressed cooperation in free zones and economic areas. The high-level review comes just days after another strategic meeting chaired by the Prime Minister focused on reviving Kuwait’s Northern Economic Zone, of which Silk City (Madinat Al-Hareer) is a flagship component. Originally envisioned in the 1980s and later reimagined in alignment with China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), the Northern Economic Zone has faced multiple delays but is now receiving renewed attention as part of Kuwait Vision 2035.

During Wednesday’s meeting, Ambassador Sameeh Johar Hayat, Assistant Foreign Minister for Asian Affairs and committee rapporteur, provided a detailed briefing on Kuwait–China coordination, including consultations with Beijing and the Chinese Embassy in Kuwait to accelerate implementation. The Prime Minister instructed committee members to remove obstacles, expedite coordination with their Chinese counterparts, and facilitate technical visits to ensure timely project delivery.

The session also explored expanding strategic cooperation and investment opportunities. Kuwait has had partnerships with major Chinese firms such as Huawei and China Communications Construction Company Limited (CCCC.) These relationships were cemented through multiple MOUs signed in recent years, which now form the backbone of Kuwait’s economic alignment with China under the Vision 2035 roadmap. Wednesday’s meeting included participation from senior ministers and officials across foreign affairs, housing, public works, energy, investment, and legal advisory bodies—signaling a whole-of-government approach to ensuring the China-linked projects contribute meaningfully to Kuwait’s economic transformation.

The meeting was attended by Abdulaziz Dakhil Al-Dakhil, Chief of the Prime Minister’s Diwan; Abdullah Al-Yahya, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Dr Noura Al-Mashaan, Minister of Public Works; Abdullatif Al-Mishari, Minister of State for Municipal Affairs and Minister of State for Housing Affairs; Noura Al-Fassam, Minister of Finance and Minister of State for Economic and Investment Affairs; Dr Subaih Al-Mukhaizeem, Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy; Sheikh Dr Meshaal Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Director General of the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA); Salah Atiq Al-Majed, Head of the Fatwa and Legislation Department; and Ambassador Sameeh Johar Hayat, Assistant Foreign Minister for Asian Affairs and committee rapporteur. — Agencies

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KRCS, WHO discuss cooperation in health and training fields

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KUWAIT: Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) Vice Chairman Dr Nasser Al-Tannak affirmed the importance of enhancing cooperation with the World Health Organization (WHO) across various health and training sectors, particularly in light of growing global health challenges. Speaking to KUNA following a meeting with WHO Representative and Head of Mission in Kuwait Dr Asad Hafeez, Al-Tannak revealed that KRCS is working towards signing a memorandum of understanding with the WHO’s Kuwait office.

The agreement will cover key areas including mental health, risk awareness, addiction prevention, and the development of specialized training programs. Al-Tannak noted that the KRCS Board of Directors is committed to advancing a comprehensive strategy for training employees and volunteers in accordance with international standards. This initiative aims to enhance their capabilities, particularly in emergency and disaster response operations.

He emphasized that this approach reflects the Society’s vision of building a well-qualified humanitarian workforce, capable of responding swiftly and effectively to humanitarian calls worldwide. He added that KRCS stands as a distinguished example of institutional humanitarian work in the region. During the meeting, WHO officials were briefed on the Society’s wide-ranging efforts in relief, healthcare, development, and humanitarian assistance, as well as its community-driven initiatives and key achievements over the past year. These accomplishments, he said, mark a qualitative leap in KRCS operations and reaffirm its unwavering commitment to serving humanity.

For his part, Dr Hafeez commended the Kuwait Red Crescent Society’s role in conducting awareness campaigns and offering psychological and social support. He also praised the Society’s work in strengthening volunteer capabilities to manage health emergencies. Dr Hafeez stressed the significance of continued collaboration to enhance readiness and response to health crises both in Kuwait and the broader region, noting KRCS’s extensive experience and high credibility in the fields of humanitarian, relief, and public health work. — KUNA

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Minister inspects ‘Wajhni’ campaign headquarters

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KUWAIT: Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Dr Nader Al-Jalal on Thursday visited the headquarters of the “Wajhni” student support campaign in its second phase, dedicated to providing technical assistance to students applying for external scholarships. The support center is located in Al-Sanabel Tower. In a press statement, the Ministry of Higher Education said that Minister Al-Jalal, accompanied by Acting Undersecretary Lamia Al-Malhem, also inspected the customer service lounge to review the workflow and ensure the smooth progress of the registration process.

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The ministry noted that the campaign reflects its commitment to streamlining the application procedures for students and offering real-time technical support. The initiative aims to assist applicants facing challenges in uploading required documents or setting their academic preferences during the registration period for the external scholarship program. The ministry launched the immediate technical support service last Sunday, and it continued through Thursday as part of efforts to ensure a seamless and supportive experience for scholarship applicants. — KUNA

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