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Minister highlights safety, marks World Patient Safety Day

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KUWAIT: Minister of Health Dr Ahmad Al-Awadhi emphasized that patient safety forms the cornerstone of all healthcare services, with quality of care remaining an unwavering standard. Speaking at a Ministry event marking World Patient Safety Day, observed annually on September 17, Dr Al-Awadhi described human health as a trust and an inalienable right that allows no negligence or delay.

This year’s event was held under the slogan, “Safe Care for Every Newborn and Every Child,” highlighting the vulnerability of children in healthcare. Dr Al-Awadhi noted that World Health Organization reports confirm that strengthening safety systems and improving care quality have saved millions of lives over the past two decades, demonstrating that investments in safety programs directly benefit public health. He explained that the Ministry is celebrating World Patient Safety Day with an integrated plan featuring qualitative initiatives and guidelines with clear performance indicators. The Safety Star Award, celebrated by the Ministry for the eleventh consecutive year, serves as an incentive to honor excellence in patient safety.

Dr Al-Awadhi highlighted Kuwait’s pioneering role in adopting quality and patient safety programs since the early 2000s, including the establishment of a dedicated department for quality and accreditation and the enhancement of safety systems across public and private healthcare facilities. He added that Kuwait contributed to the formulation of the Nine Safety Solutions with international experts and implemented the Pharmacovigilance Program to ensure the safety of medicines and biological preparations. Health personnel are also required to complete specialized training in cardiac resuscitation and continuous medical education.

The Minister stressed that the Medical Professions Law No 70 of 2020 safeguards the rights of both patients and practitioners while ensuring comprehensive and safe healthcare in line with international standards. He reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to ongoing quality improvement programs and expressed appreciation for health sector workers’ efforts in fostering a culture of safety and elevating the quality of healthcare services. During the event, Dr Al-Awadhi honored the winners of the Safety Star Award 2025, along with distinguished committees of the Policies and Procedures Program in Primary Care and outstanding nurses recognized for their contribution to quality care. — KUNA

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Minister receives outgoing Indian ambassador, Sultan of Bohra representative

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KUWAIT: Minister of Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace on Monday the outgoing Ambassador of India to Kuwait, Dr Adarsh Swaika. During the meeting, Indian ambassador praised the minister’s efforts and contributions to strengthening the close ties between Kuwait and India and wished him continued success in his future assignments. Sheikh Hamad also received the representative of the Sultan of Bohra, Tamim Hussamuddin, along with his accompanying delegation, who extended congratulations on his new post. — KUNA

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KOC highlights innovations at oil, Gas, Conference

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MANAMA: Deputy CEO of Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) for South and East Kuwait Fuad Al-Shaikh on Wednesday reaffirmed the company’s commitment to participating in major international events as a key platform for sharing expertise and learning about the latest technologies and practices in the oil and gas sector. His remarks came during KOC’s participation in the three-day Middle East Oil, Gas and Geosciences Conference and Exhibition (MEOS&GEO) held in Bahrain.

Al-Shaikh said KOC seeks to consolidate its position as a leading entity in the sector by showcasing its pioneering achievements, highlighting technologies developed by national competencies, and strengthening strategic partnerships with global oil service companies, particularly in exploration and production. “The company’s pavilion at the exhibition presents its history, organizational structure, major projects, and notable achievements,” Al-Shaikh noted. He added that KOC’s delegation will deliver several presentations and working papers during the conference sessions, focusing on key applications, innovations, and projects, including the offshore drilling initiative that led to several significant oil discoveries.

Fouad Al-Sheikh, Deputy CEO for South and East Kuwait at Kuwait Oil Company

Fouad Al-Sheikh, Deputy CEO for South and East Kuwait at Kuwait Oil Company

The pavilion also highlights the company’s efforts to support Kuwait’s carbon neutrality goals by 2050, in line with the nation’s broader plan to achieve neutrality by 2060. Among the showcased projects is the enhanced oil recovery initiative at the Managish field in western Kuwait, which uses carbon dioxide injection, as well as a joint project with the Kuwait National Petroleum Company and the Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industries Company (KIPIC).

KOC’s delegation at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre, under the theme “Energy for a Prosperous Future: Driving a Sustainable Future,” is headed by CEO Ahmed Al-Eidan and includes Deputy CEOs Khaled Al-Mulla and Fuad Al-Shaikh, along with senior managers, team leaders, and experts from across the company. The delegation is participating in a comprehensive program of meetings and exchanges with executives and specialists from international and regional oil companies, service providers and technology firms. — KUNA

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Crown Prince, defense ministers discuss strengthening Kuwait-Tunisia relations

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KUWAIT: His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah received at Bayan Palace Defense Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah and Tunisian Minister of National Defense Khaled Al-Suhaili during their official visit to Kuwait. The meeting was attended by Head of the Diwan of His Highness the Crown Prince, Sheikh Thamer Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, along with senior officials, highlighting the strong ties and ongoing cooperation between Kuwait and Tunisia in the defense sector.

Separately, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah held talks with his Tunisian counterpart on strengthening bilateral relations, particularly in the military field. In a statement, the Ministry of Defense said Sheikh Abdullah received Minister Al-Suhaili and his accompanying delegation at the ministry headquarters, where an official reception ceremony was held to mark the visit. Discussions focused on existing military cooperation between the two countries and explored avenues to enhance and expand it in line with the common interests of Kuwait and Tunisia. The ministers also exchanged views on the latest regional and international developments.

Sheikh Abdullah praised the longstanding fraternal ties between the two nations, reaffirming Kuwait’s commitment to deepening cooperation across various fields. The meeting was attended by Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defense Sheikh Dr Abdullah Mishal Al-Sabah, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Army Major General Pilot Sabah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and senior officers from both sides. Minister Al-Suhaili arrived in Kuwait on Tuesday evening, where he was received by Sheikh Abdullah and senior defense officials. — KUNA

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