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كونا : Kuwait PM congratulates Qatari Amir on 12th anniversary of post assumption
25/06/2025 LOC15:04 12:04 GMT KUWAIT, June 25 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah sent on Wednesday a cable of congratulations to the Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani on the occasion of the 12th anniversary of his post assumption. (end) gta
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5 days ago
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كونا : UAE strongly condemns Iran's aggression on Qatar
23/06/2025 LOC21:55 18:55 GMT ABUDHABI, June 23 (KUNA) -- The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned Iran's targeting of Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, describing the act as a blatant violation of Qatar's sovereignty and airspace, as well as a clear breach of international law. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the UAE's full solidarity with Qatar and its unwavering support for all measures aimed at safeguarding the safety and security of its citizens and residents. The Ministry urged military de-escalation, warning that ongoing provocations could threaten regional and global stability. (end)
Kuwait News Agency
20-06-2025
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Spain evacuates citizens from Iran
20/06/2025 LOC10:27 07:27 GMT Spanish Foreign Ministry MADRID, June 20 (KUNA) -- Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares said Friday that more than 40 Spaniards have been evacuated from Tehran due to the regional military escalation and instability. "The first phase of the evacuation of Spaniards has concluded successfully," Albares told reporters, adding that the Spaniards, including residents and transients, in Tehran have happily crossed the border with Armenia." "There are just over 40 Spaniards, as well as some citizens of other nationalities," he said, hoping that in a few hours they would be flying to Spain, where they could be reunited with their families. (end)
Kuwait News Agency
15-06-2025
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KUNA : GCC Statistical Center: 2025 budget spending estimated at USD 542.1 bln
15/06/2025 LOC11:50 08:50 GMT GCC Statistical Center MUSCAT, June 15 (KUNA) -- The GCC Statistical Center announced that estimated government spending for GCC countries in 2025 reached USD 542.1 billion, with projected revenues of USD 487.8 billion, resulting in a USD 54.3 billion deficit. The center noted that GCC government revenues remain heavily dependent on global oil prices, as oil income makes up the bulk of financial resources, noting that GCC countries adopt conservative oil price estimates when drafting budgets to manage volatility. Revenues are expected to remain relatively stable, provided oil prices stay at moderate to high levels, and most GCC countries have forecast increased spending for 2025 compared to 2024, viewing higher expenditure as a key driver of economic growth. The budgets focus on completing infrastructure projects and stimulating growth in various sectors to advance strategic development plans, adding that to finance deficits, GCC countries plan to draw from reserves and use domestic and foreign borrowing. Based in Oman, the GCC Statistical Center serves as the official body for data and statistics related to GCC countries, supporting national statistical centers and planning authorities across the region. (end)
Kuwait News Agency
13-06-2025
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Russian Ambassador praises Kuwait's foreign policy
A+ A- الشؤون السياسية 12/06/2025 LOC23:33 20:33 GMT KUWAIT, June 12 (KUNA) -- Russian Ambassador to Kuwait Vladimir Zheltov praises as "solid and historic the relations between his country and the State of Kuwait, saying the relations are based on mutual understanding and mutual respect, and common interests." The wise leadership of Kuwait maintain a balanced approach to dealing with various regional and international issues, he said in a speech to a ceremony hosted by his embassy on Thursday. Kuwait's Assistant Foreign Minister for European Affairs Sadiq Marafi and a number of senior diplomats and dignitaries attended the ceremony marking Russia's national day. Zheltov said that "Kuwait was the first GCC country to have diplomatic relations with Russia in 1963" reviewing historical milestones that began at the beginning of the twentieth century "when Russian ships visited the State of Kuwait during the reign of Sheikh Mubarak." He also said, "Russia's national day, which has only been in existence for 35 years, links the present to a rich past that spans more than a thousand years." On the sidelines of the ceremony Sadiq Marafi briefed the press saying that the relations between Russia and Kuwait have spanned since 1963, and that he is looking forward for more cooperation in the future. Regarding investment opportunities, Ambassador Marafi said, "A joint committee will convene on the sidelines of the energy summit to discuss investment opportunities," noting the "noble growth in tourism between the two countries in the recent years." موجز الاخبار الطقس العملات مواعيد الإقلاع والوصول اصدارات كونا
