KUWAIT: Governor of Al-Ahmadi Sheikh Hamoud Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah affirmed on Thursday that the sustainability camp for training and qualifying children in the fields of engineering, medicine, and law taught lessons on the importance of cooperation and teamwork in order to promote the concepts of sustainability and innovation.
This came in a statement made by Sheikh Hamoud Jaber Al-Sabah during his patronage and attendance at the closing ceremony of the Sustainability Camp 2025 for the third season under the slogan “Towards a Sustainable Kuwait,” organized by the Enviro volunteer team affiliated with the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) and in cooperation with Kuwait Oil Company.
He said that all participating entities seek, through specialized summer camps, to develop children’s skills and enhance their practical and theoretical knowledge in various professional fields, which will benefit Kuwait through creative thinking from an early age.
He explained that this year’s sustainability camp focused on three main areas: medicine, engineering, and law, noting the increase in the number of children participating in this edition, which exceeded 125 participants, including more than 20 students with disabilities, which allowed for greater participation and integration.
The closing ceremony of the Sustainability Camp 2025 for the third season under the slogan “Towards a Sustainable Kuwait.
KUWAIT: Governor of Al-Ahmadi Sheikh Hamoud Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah addresses the camp.
Dr Amira Al-Hassan delivers her speech.
The Ahmadi Governor, with other dignitaries, interacts with children during the event.
For her part, Dr Amira Al-Hassan, head of the United Nations Human Settlements Program mission in Kuwait and the Arabian Gulf, said that the camp is the third of its kind in the country, reflecting the level of community support and public confidence in the program’s achievements. Al-Hassan emphasized that the secret to the camp’s continuity and success lies in the cooperation between all parties concerned, in line with the 17th Sustainable Development Goal, which reflects the level of support and cooperation of the participating parties with the aim of developing our children and building a promising generation capable of taking responsibility and innovating.
She explained that the projects presented by the children are innovative, based on actual needs, and feasible if the necessary funding and support are available, representing an international precedent for the country. She pointed out that the participation of children with disabilities in various fields, including engineering, medicine, and law, added value to the camp, which aims to promote integration and participation in society.
For his part, Kuwait Oil Company Public Relations and Media Director Mohammed Al-Basri said that sustainability is not just a slogan, but a responsibility and a way of life that requires everyone to work together to achieve it. Al-Basri explained that the sustainability camp initiative is an example of the efforts of all participating parties to educate the community about its importance, noting that cooperation between Kuwait Oil Company and the United Nations Human Settlements Program has extended since 2019 in the areas of sustainability, including the “Kuwait Plants” campaign, which the company has been a key supporter and contributor to during its past eight editions.
He added that the sustainability camp supported by the company is part of its decades-long community activities aimed at serving the community, promoting environmental awareness among the younger generations, and introducing them to the concepts of urban sustainability in a modern and interactive way. He expressed his gratitude to the Governor of Al-Ahmadi, Sheikh Hamoud Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, for his generous patronage and continued support for such meaningful national initiatives. The closing ceremony included an award ceremony for the children who participated in the camp, as well as the opening of a sustainability exhibition created by children aged 6 to 11, showcasing their achievements and creative initiatives in the field of sustainability in medicine, engineering, and law. — 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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