Kuwait reviews emergency readiness amid regional developments
Civil Defense Committee assesses security preparedness, emergency plans and food supplies to ensure continuity of essential services.
Kuwait’s First Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Committee for Civil Defense, Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah, chaired the committee’s periodic meeting on Thursday evening to review the country’s preparedness amid ongoing regional developments.
The meeting brought together representatives of various government entities and institutions to assess readiness levels, review emergency plans and strengthen coordination to ensure the continuity of essential services and safeguard national security and public safety.
During the meeting, Sheikh Fahad received briefings on the preparedness of military and security authorities, the implementation phases of emergency plans and coordination mechanisms aimed at improving operational efficiency and ensuring a swift response to different eventualities, the Ministry of Interior said in a statement.
He was also briefed on food security measures and the availability of essential commodities in sufficient quantities to meet domestic demand and ensure the needs of citizens and residents are adequately met. – Kuna
