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Kuwait Times
2 hours ago
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait to host 4 delegations from China as part of development push
State-owned firms to explore partnerships in infrastructure, logistics • Telecom deal in discussion KUWAIT: Kuwait is set to receive four official delegations from major Chinese state-owned companies next month to explore investment opportunities in infrastructure, logistics, and other key development projects, a senior official announced Wednesday. The announcement came during a high-level meeting chaired by His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah at Bayan Palace. The session brought together members of the ministerial committee tasked with following up on agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) between Kuwait and China. 'The official high-level communications with the Chinese government are progressing rapidly,' said Assistant Foreign Minister for Asian Affairs, Ambassador Sameeh Johar Hayat, in a statement published by Kuwait News Agency (KUNA). 'Next month, Kuwait will welcome four official delegations representing major Chinese state-owned enterprises to discuss avenues for cooperation and investment with the Kuwaiti government in areas such as infrastructure, logistics, and other development sectors.' The meeting reviewed the latest developments in implementing a number of MoUs between the two governments, covering strategic sectors like Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port, renewable energy, low-carbon waste recycling, public housing development, wastewater treatment, and free economic zones. Discussions also touched on joint efforts to combat desertification. HH the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah underscored Kuwait's commitment to moving forward with large-scale development plans and strengthening its strategic partnership with China. 'What has been achieved in terms of positive economic growth indicators and attracting foreign investments confirms that we are on the right path,' he said, stressing the importance of 'promoting initiative and achievement across all aspects of economic development.' He added that the deepening collaboration with China 'represents an important step toward expanding major development projects in the country and strengthening economic ties between the two nations.' As part of recent collaborative efforts, a high-level technical delegation from Kuwait's Ministry of Public Works was set to travel to China early this week to discuss the launch of a major wastewater treatment initiative, the committee noted during its meeting last week. However, no further details were provided on the visit in this week's press statement. The meeting was attended by senior government officials, including Foreign Minister Abdullah Al-Yahya, Housing Minister Abdullatif Al-Meshari, Electricity and Renewable Energy Minister Dr Sabeeh Al-Mukhaizeem, and Director General of the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority Sheikh Dr Meshaal Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. Telecom deal Kuwait's Minister of State for Communications Affairs, Omar Al-Omar, held talks this week with Liu Xiang, the Chargé d'Affaires at the Chinese Embassy in Kuwait, to explore deeper cooperation in the fields of telecommunications and technology. In a press statement issued Thursday, the Ministry of Communications said the meeting reviewed a proposed memorandum of understanding between the two countries and stressed the importance of aligning joint initiatives with Kuwait's national strategic goals. Both sides emphasized the value of strengthening their technical partnership, the ministry noted. The Chinese diplomat praised Kuwait's current presidency of the Digital Cooperation Organization, saying it reflects the country's active role in promoting innovation and shaping digital policy across the region and globally. 'This meeting comes as part of efforts to enhance constructive dialogue between the State of Kuwait and the People's Republic of China toward sustainable and fruitful digital cooperation,' Liu said in the statement. He also invited Minister Al-Omar to attend the upcoming PartNIR Forum—a global event on Fourth Industrial Revolution partnerships—scheduled for September. — Agencies
Arab Times
9 hours ago
- Arab Times
Bilateral relations with Kuwait model of Arab cooperation: Moroccan envoy
KUWAIT CITY, July 31: Moroccan Ambassador to Kuwait Ali Ben Issa has affirmed that the presence of Minister of Social, Childhood and Family Affairs Dr. Amthal Al- Huwailah at the Moroccan Throne Day celebration 'is an embodiment of the good and strong relations between the Kingdom of Morocco and the State of Kuwait.' In a press statement during the Moroccan Embassy's celebration of the 26th anniversary of the accession of King Mohammed VI to the throne, Issa asserted that relations between the two countries are historic, covering all aspects of cooperation and friendship between the brotherly peoples and leaders of the two countries. He underscored the need for these strong relations 'to raise the level of economic, trade and investment cooperation to the level of political relations.' He clarified that there are existing agreements between the two countries and ongoing cooperation, but they need to be activated. He added, 'We are working hard in this regard, in coordination with various Kuwaiti institutions.' Talking about tourism, he revealed that the Kingdom of Morocco has achieved very good results in attracting tourists. He said 17.5 million tourists visited Morocco last year, including 23,000 Kuwaiti tourists, compared to the previous number of around 16,000 or 17,000. He stated that the increase in the number of Kuwait Airways flights to Morocco to four per week is evidence of the high demand for this destination. On investments, he emphasized that Kuwaiti investments in Morocco have existed for a long time and continue to exist. He confirmed that Morocco is keen on renovating its structures to attract more investments, especially from Arab countries and Kuwait in particular. He added, 'There are conditions that encourage Kuwaiti investors from the public and private sectors to invest in Morocco, and trade exchange continues to grow. We intend to develop them to a higher level.'
Arab Times
12 hours ago
- Arab Times
Kuwait reviews progress on strategic development agreements with China
KUWAIT CITY, July 31: His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah chaired the 21st meeting of the ministerial committee responsible for following up on bilateral agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) between Kuwait and the People's Republic of China. The session was held at Bayan Palace on Thursday. The meeting reviewed the progress of key development initiatives outlined in the Kuwait-China cooperation framework, including the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port project, expansion of the electric power system, renewable energy development, construction of eco-friendly recycling systems, housing initiatives, and environmental infrastructure for wastewater treatment plants. Discussions also covered free and economic zones, as well as strategies to combat desertification and promote sustainable agriculture. Assistant Foreign Minister for Asian Affairs and committee rapporteur Ambassador Sameeh Johar Hayat delivered a comprehensive briefing on the implementation of MoUs. He highlighted the ongoing high-level communications with Chinese counterparts, underscoring Kuwait's commitment to deepening strategic and economic ties with China. Ambassador Hayat also revealed that four Chinese delegations representing major state-owned enterprises are scheduled to visit Kuwait next month to explore cooperation and investment opportunities in infrastructure, logistics, and other development sectors. His Highness the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of fostering a culture of initiative and achievement in all areas of national development. He noted that positive economic indicators and rising foreign investments signal Kuwait's steady advancement, in line with the national development plan and the vision of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. 'The close and continuous coordination between Kuwait and China reflects a deep-rooted strategic partnership, particularly in accelerating the implementation of major projects that are key to Kuwait's future economic landscape,' said Sheikh Ahmad. The meeting was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya, Minister of State for Municipal Affairs and Minister of State for Housing Affairs Abdullatif Hamed Al-Mishari, Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy Dr. Subaih Abdulaziz Al-Mukhaizeem, Director General of the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority Sheikh Dr. Meshaal Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Acting Head of the Prime Minister's Diwan Sheikh Khaled Mohammed Al-Khaled Al-Sabah, and Head of the Fatwa and Legislation Department Counselor Salah Ateeq Al-Majed. Meanwhile, Minister of State for Communications Affairs Omar Al-Omar met with the Chargé d'Affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Kuwait, Liu Shang, to explore ways to deepen cooperation in the communications and technology sectors. In a statement, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) said the meeting reviewed a proposed memorandum of understanding and highlighted the importance of aligning initiatives with Kuwait's strategic vision to strengthen the technical partnership. Liu expressed appreciation for Kuwait's leadership of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), commending its regional and global role in fostering digital innovation. He invited Minister Al-Omar to participate in the upcoming Partnership for the Industrial Revolution (PartNIR) Forum, scheduled for September, as part of efforts to expand sustainable digital collaboration.
