‘Digital Diplomacy is a core pillar of Kuwait’s foreign policy’
The State of Kuwait is ready to continue working with the international community to promote a digital future built on partnership, trust, and shared progress -- Diplomatic Attaché Sarah Al-Hasawi
The digital diplomacy has become a central pillar of Kuwait’s foreign policy, vital for international cooperation and constructive dialogue in addressing global challenges as Kuwait calls for stronger multilateral collaboration in the fields of technology and innovation.
This came in a statement delivered by Diplomatic Attaché Sarah Al-Hasawi before the Second Committee of the United Nations General Assembly, during discussions under the item on globalization and interdependence of the Economic and Financial Committee.
Al-Hasawi stressed that science and knowledge are vital tools for achieving a fair and sustainable transition to a digital and green economy and
explained that the world today is witnessing a period of overlapping crises and deepening interconnectedness between economic, environmental, and technological challenges, reports Al-Jarida daily.
She emphasized that these realities necessitate a renewed and more humane concept of globalization—one that ensures equity, inclusivity, and sustainability across nations.
Al-Hasawi highlighted the particular struggles of middle-income countries, which represent over 70 percent of the global population and contribute roughly 40 percent of the world’s economic output.
These nations, she said, are facing unprecedented burdens from debt, the complexities of green and digital transformation, and limited access to concessional financing and called for more comprehensive international support and reforms that promote fairness in the global financial system.
The Kuwaiti representative underscored the vital role of the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development (KFAED) since its establishment in 1961. The Fund has financed more than 1,000 development projects in over 100 countries, reflecting Kuwait’s firm belief that sustainable development can only be realized through cooperation, technology transfer, and the building of national capacities.
Al-Hasawi also expressed Kuwait’s pride in assuming the presidency of the fifth session of the General Assembly of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) in 2025. She noted that this step underscores Kuwait’s commitment to advancing digital inclusion and shaping international digital policies that foster innovation and collaboration.
In conclusion, Al-Hasawi welcomed the Global Digital Compact initiative and the establishment of a global dialogue on artificial intelligence governance, viewing them as essential frameworks for ensuring that technology serves humanity responsibly and equitably. She reaffirmed Kuwait’s readiness to continue working with the international community to promote a digital future built on partnership, trust, and shared progress.
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