Educated youth are key to Kuwait’s future growth and innovation: Minister Al-Jallal
KUWAIT: Under the patronage and presence of His Highness the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, a grand ceremony honoring the top graduates of Kuwait University for the academic years 2021–2022 and 2022–2023 was held Wednesday at Al-Dana Theater in Sabah Al-Salem University City. His Highness arrived at the venue to a warm welcome by Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Dr Nader Al-Jallal, Kuwait University President Dr Dina Al-Mailem, and senior university officials.
The ceremony was also attended by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, the Head of the Supreme Judicial Council and Court of Cassation Chief Justice Dr Adel Bouresli, Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, and senior state officials. A large audience of families were present to celebrate the graduation of 352 students across bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs.
The event opened with the national anthem and a recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by speeches highlighting the significance of education in Kuwait’s development journey. Speaking at the ceremony, Dr Nader Al-Jallal conveyed his deepest gratitude to His Highness the Amir for his patronage and support. “Your Highness’s presence today reflects our leadership’s steadfast commitment to empowering distinguished students and highlights the vital role of higher education in building our nation’s future.”
A large audience of families and officials attends the graduation ceremony.
Sheikh Meshal poses for a photo with Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Dr Nader Al-Jallal and Kuwait University President Dr Dina Al-Mailem, as well as officials and gradates.
Sheikh Meshal speaks with the top graduates.
Sheikh Meshal, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled, and Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef are welcomed by Minister Al-Jallal and Kuwait University President Al-Mailem.
He emphasized that Kuwait’s progress hinges on the efforts of educated young citizens, noting the profound impact of the Amir’s support on the country’s academic and scientific renaissance. “The students’ learning outcomes represent the cornerstone in realizing our national aspirations toward a sustainable knowledge-based economy and a prosperous society rooted in its identity and national values,” he said. Addressing the graduates, Dr Al-Jallal encouraged them to view their achievement as the beginning of a greater journey. He urged them to “carry forward Kuwait’s name with pride and pursue excellence and innovation for the advancement of our beloved homeland.”
In her remarks, Kuwait University President Dr Dina Al-Mailem welcomed His Highness the Amir and the distinguished guests, praising the graduating class’s hard work and dedication. She highlighted recent advancements at Kuwait University, including academic program development, expansion of postgraduate studies, and enhanced focus on research, innovation, and digital transformation. She noted: “The university is steadfast in aligning its programs with international standards and the needs of the job market, while fostering sustainability, quality, and innovation.”
A folk dance troupe performs outside Al-Dana Theater in Sabah Al-Salem University City as part of the graduation ceremony.
Student Adhwa Abdullah Al-Jadae, representing the graduates, addresses the audience at the ceremony.
His Highness the Amir receives a flower bouquet from top student Adhwa Abdullah Al-Jadae.
Dr Al-Mailem also emphasized the university’s commitment to inclusivity by supporting students with special needs, in line with Kuwait’s vision for inclusive education. Reflecting Kuwait’s strategic ambitions, she pointed to the establishment of the Kuwait National Space Research Center, collaborations with international universities, and significant strides in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence initiatives.
Representing the graduates, top graduate Adhwa Abdullah Al-Jadae expressed profound gratitude to His Highness the Amir for attending and supporting the ceremony. “Your presence, Your Highness, is a great honor and a powerful motivation for us to continue giving back to Kuwait with dedication and excellence.” She also paid tribute to professors and parents, recognizing their essential roles in the graduates’ success. The ceremony concluded with His Highness the Amir presenting awards to the top graduates and receiving a commemorative gift in appreciation of his continuous support for education and youth development. — KUNA
MANAMA: Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) and its subsidiaries are showcasing the country’s oil sector achievements and global reach at the International Downstream Conference and Exhibition 2025 (IDCE 2025) in Bahrain. The three-day event, running through October 2, draws over 9,500 industry leaders from 53 countries.
The KPC pavilion highlights the accomplishments of its subsidiaries — Kuwait Oil International (Q8), Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC), and Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industries Company (KIPIC) — in refining, marketing and integrating oil with petrochemicals. Interactive displays and advanced screens showcase how Kuwait’s energy sector is driving economic growth and strengthening its role on the global energy stage.
Q8 CEO Shafi Al-Ajmi described IDCE 2025 as “an important milestone in the journey of the refining industry.” Speaking to KUNA, he said the conference offered Kuwait an opportunity to enhance its presence regionally and internationally, forge strategic partnerships, and meet the evolving demands of global energy markets while supporting sustainable economic development.
Officials honor Kuwait Oil International (Q8), which won first place in the sustainability projects category, in addition to another award recognizing its excellence in project execution.
Al-Ajmi noted that the conference attracted more than 50 countries, around 70 global companies, and over 200 speakers, reflecting its evolution from a regional to a global platform. “This large and diverse participation highlights the success of the conference in bringing together top experts from around the world,” he said.
The Q8 delegation, led by Al-Ajmi, presented the company’s future projects and best practices aligned with KPC’s 2040 vision. The company also won two of seven awards at the official conference dinner, including first place in the sustainability projects category for an initiative focused on environmental cleanup and promoting positive social behavior. Another award recognized Q8’s project execution, marking the successful completion of a reliability test within eight months of start-up, demonstrating operational efficiency and adherence to global standards.
IDCE 2025, hosted by Aramco and led by the Gulf Downstream Association, features more than 290 expert speakers across 130 sessions covering innovation, decarbonization and the downstream value chain. IDCE 2025 represents the collective support of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and the UAE, and provides a premier platform to advance industry development and enable participation in over $100 billion of investment opportunities in refining, petrochemicals, and sustainability. — Agencies
RIYADH: Kuwait’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Sheikh Sabah Nasser Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, presented his credentials to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday, who received him on behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz.
The ceremony took place at the Royal Court in Riyadh’s Al-Yamamah Palace, where the Crown Prince received a number of ambassadors from brotherly and friendly countries, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). During the reception, Crown Prince Mohammed welcomed the ambassadors, conveying the greetings of King Salman bin Abdulaziz and his own regards to the leaders of their respective countries.
He expressed his best wishes for their efforts to strengthen and develop bilateral relations with Saudi Arabia. The ambassadors, in turn, extended the greetings of their heads of state to the King and the Crown Prince, expressing gratitude for the warm and generous reception they received. — KUNA
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