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Arab Times
5 hours ago
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwait reaffirms humanitarian leadership with revival of charity initiatives
KUWAIT CITY, June 28: Kuwait's Humanitarian and Charitable Work Regulatory Committee has officially approved the resumption of donations and the implementation of charitable projects both domestically and abroad, reaffirming Kuwait's longstanding leadership in the field of humanitarian aid. The decision, made during a recent meeting chaired by First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah, was made in coordination with representatives from relevant government bodies. It aims to bolster the activities of charitable organizations while ensuring alignment with international governance and transparency standards. The move also allows donors to track the use of their contributions, reinforcing public trust and accountability in the sector. Under the new regulations, charitable associations can resume their programs following clear guidelines set by the Ministry of Social Affairs. These procedures are intended to guarantee that aid reaches those in genuine need and that charitable operations function within a structured legal framework. Commenting on the development, Dr. Ibrahim Al-Saleh, Chairman of the Kuwait Relief Society, told KUNA that the move reflects the political leadership's ongoing commitment to humanitarian work. He praised the committee's efforts, noting that the decision represents a major step in supporting Kuwait's mission of global aid. 'We will continue our work in accordance with the highest standards of transparency and integrity, aiming to expand our charitable footprint across the world,' said Dr. Al-Saleh. He extended his gratitude to the nation's leadership and the committee members for their continued support. In a similar statement, Dr. Khaled Al-Subaihi, Chairman of the Humanitarian Excellence Association, described the decision as more than administrative. 'It is a reaffirmation of Kuwait's humanitarian legacy, whose outreach has long transcended borders,' he said. Al-Subaihi reiterated the association's dedication to sustainable and impactful initiatives, expressing appreciation for the trust placed in them by generous donors. Mohammad Al-Shaya, Chairman of the Al-Safa Humanitarian Society, also welcomed the announcement. Speaking to KUNA, he emphasized that the decision upholds Kuwait's reputation as a beacon of goodwill. 'This news brought joy to all Kuwaitis, a people raised on compassion and solidarity,' he said, thanking the leadership and the public for their steadfast commitment to humanitarian causes. The committee's resolution, issued last Wednesday, is viewed as a critical step in elevating Kuwait's humanitarian work on the global stage. It also demonstrates the country's intent to maintain high standards of governance while continuing to serve vulnerable populations around the world.
Sharjah 24
a day ago
- Health
- Sharjah 24
Sharjah Guides Kuwait's Age-Friendly City Journey
The workshop reviewed the Emirate of Sharjah's experience in the field of age-friendly cities. The workshop supported Kuwait's efforts to join UNESCO's Global Network for Age-Friendly Cities, which Sharjah became the first Arab city to join in 2017. Enhancing Arab cooperation The initiative comes within SSSD commitment to spreading the culture of age-friendly cities and sharing its expertise with relevant regional and international bodies. The department was keen to organise this training meeting to enhance Arab cooperation and provide the necessary technical and knowledge support to enable sister countries to adopt international standards in elderly care. Asmaa Al-Khudari, Director of the Office of Age-Friendly Quality and Health Services at the department, explained that the Kuwaiti Ministry of Health has shown great interest in joining the network, based on its significant efforts to serve the elderly through various projects and programmes. Sharing Sharjah's pioneering experience The ministry is currently seeking to unify these efforts within a comprehensive framework that takes into account the requirements of the international network. Al-Khudari added that the meeting is the second of its kind to be organised at the official request of the ministry. It aims to help them implement the age-friendly city standards and share Sharjah's pioneering experience in this field. Al-Khudari confirmed that SSSD always welcomes providing technical and advisory support to any entity seeking to create a better environment for the elderly. Enhancing knowledge and exchanging experiences Al-Khudari indicated that organising such workshops is part of the department's strategy to enhance knowledge and exchange experiences, and to consolidate Sharjah's role as a knowledge centre and source of inspiration for Arab cities seeking to improve services for the elderly. Al-Khudari said she hopes to see soon see the State of Kuwait on the list of the global network member cities, alongside other Arab countries that embrace this shared humanitarian vision. The workshop was attended by a number of officials from the Kuwaiti Ministry of Health, including Dr. Fatima Bin Dhafari, Director of the Department of Health Services for the Elderly, and Dr. Amal Al Yahya, Director of the Healthy Cities Office. A number of coordinators from government and private institutions involved in serving the elderly also attended, along with a distinguished group of elderly Kuwaitis. This reflects the ministry's commitment to listening to their feedback and taking it into consideration when developing future policies and programmes.
Kuwait Times
6 days ago
- Politics
- Kuwait Times
Second flight brings more Kuwaitis home from Iran
KUWAIT: Relatives welcome their loved ones who were evacuated from Iran after they arrived at Kuwait International Airport (T4) on Sunday, as part of an ongoing emergency operation to return stranded nationals. — KUNA photos KUWAIT: A new group of citizens evacuated from Iran arrived at Kuwait International Airport (T4) on Sunday, as part of an ongoing emergency operation to return nationals stranded due to the Zionist entity's attack on Iran and Tehran's retaliation. 'In line with the State of Kuwait's keenness to ensure the safety of its citizens abroad and guarantee their safe return to the homeland, the second batch of evacuation flights carrying Kuwaiti citizens arriving from the Islamic Republic of Iran has landed today, Sunday, via the Republic of Turkmenistan,' Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) said Sunday. The operation is part of a large-scale evacuation plan being implemented by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in coordination with relevant authorities. The first evacuation flight arrived in Kuwait early Saturday, carrying 334 citizens who had been transported overland from cities across Iran to Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, before flying home aboard a Kuwait Airways plane. 'The concerned authorities continue around the clock to complete all stages of the evacuation and provide all necessary facilities, in translation of the political leadership's directives and its constant concern for the safety of citizens abroad and their safe return to the homeland,' said KUNA. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah personally received the evacuees at Kuwait International Airport and praised the efforts of all agencies involved. The evacuations were prompted by intensifying conflict between the Zionist entity and Iran, now entering its second week. While no injuries have been reported among Kuwaiti nationals, the government activated a comprehensive evacuation strategy to safeguard citizens in Iran. 'The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has prepared a comprehensive emergency evacuation plan for Kuwaiti citizens in Iran in light of the accelerating developments in the region,' Minister Abdullah Al-Yahya told Kuwait News Agency last week. Assistant Foreign Minister for Asian Affairs Sameeh Hayat confirmed that over 1,000 Kuwaitis are expected to be evacuated 'as quickly as possible.' — Agencies
Gulf Insider
6 days ago
- Politics
- Gulf Insider
Kuwait Uncovers Decades-Old Citizenship Fraud After Inheritance Dispute
A decades-old case of citizenship fraud has come to light in Kuwait after a family inheritance dispute revealed that a man, long believed to be the son of a deceased Kuwaiti citizen, was not biologically related to the family, local media reported. The man, an Iranian national who had assumed a Kuwaiti identity in 1986, was sentenced to seven years in prison for forgery and fraud, according to court documents. He had already fled the country to Iran by the time the verdict was issued, and the sentence was handed down in absentia. The deception was uncovered following the death of the Kuwaiti father, when a dispute arose among his children over inheritance rights. Doubts surfaced regarding one of the heirs, who had been listed as the man's son for nearly four decades. The family filed a formal complaint, prompting prosecutors to order DNA testing, which ultimately confirmed the absence of any paternal link. According to investigators, the fraud began when an Iranian woman, after divorcing her first husband, married a Kuwaiti man. With his cooperation, she added her son from her previous marriage to his citizenship file, falsely registering the boy, who was born in Iran, as his biological son. The fraudulent entry allowed the boy to access Kuwaiti citizenship and its associated benefits, including state education and employment. He would later go on to become a commercial pilot under his assumed identity. Authorities said the man knowingly renewed his passport and civil ID multiple times using falsified information. Investigators also discovered significant irregularities in his official records, including multiple family affiliations, further raising concerns about systemic loopholes. The case has renewed public debate over identity fraud in Kuwait, a country where citizenship confers not only national identity but access to a wide array of state-subsidised services. Officials say the case highlights the government's ongoing campaign to uncover and prosecute fraudulent claims to citizenship, particularly those involving forged familial ties. Legal proceedings are ongoing to determine how the fraud remained undetected for so long, and whether any officials may have aided or overlooked the deception. Thousands of Kuwaitis have been stripped off their nationality since September 2024 as part of a wide-ranging administrative review conducted by the government to ensure compliance with national citizenship laws and legal residency regulations. The move, overseen by a Supreme Committee chaired by the Ministry of Interior, aims to address cases involving irregular naturalization, dual nationality violations, and instances of citizenship obtained through fraud or inaccurate documentation.
Kuwait Times
7 days ago
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Ministers assure key essentials abundant, call to avoid hoarding
KUWAIT: Minister of Social Affairs Amthal Al-Huwailah and Minister of Commerce and Industry Khalifa Al-Ajeel hold a meeting to follow up on the readiness of cooperative societies and stocks of goods. - KUNA KUWAIT: The ministers of social affairs and commerce and industry on Thursday reiterated that essential commodities are available in large quantities and called on the public not to hoard food products. Amthal Al-Huwailah and Khalifa Al-Ajeel said after a meeting to assess the situation and coordination between the two ministries that 'the strategic stock of essential and basic commodities is available in sufficient quantities and that coordination between the two ministries is ongoing to ensure its continuous availability'. The two sides called on citizens and residents not to stock foodstuff or hoard them at home to avoid the risk of spoilage or improper storage, adding there is nothing to worry about as commodities are available for all. The meeting was held within the framework of activating the national contingency plan and assessing field inspections and visits to cooperative societies to ensure their complete readiness amid an intensification in the fighting between neighboring Iran and the Zionist entity. The two ministers also called on local companies and factories to accord priority in supplies to cooperative societies because they are concerned with providing and distributing foodstuff and other commodities, adding that cooperative societies work around the clock to guarantee stability in the market and meet people's dmands. Since the outbreak of hostilities, almost all ministries and departments have been making necessary preparations to ensure that the country is not affected by the fallout of the war. Meanwhile, the supreme commission for citizenship announced on Thursday that it has recommended revoking the Kuwaiti citizenship of several people, but did not release the exact number. The commission however said the revocations were due to holding third-country citizenship, obtaining citizenship by fraud and for the sake of the country's interests. Kuwait has so far revoked the citizenship of over 37,000 Kuwaitis, most of them foreign women who were naturalized after getting married to Kuwaiti men. The commission's decision becomes effective after its approval by the Cabinet.
