Kuwait to host inaugural Swiss–Kuwaiti Business Days in February
New platform aims to strengthen economic ties on 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations
By Rabih Kallas
Special to The Times Kuwait
Kuwait will host the first-ever Swiss–Kuwaiti Business Days on February 3 and 4, welcoming a delegation of Swiss companies to an event designed to showcase and expand the economic partnership between the two nations. The initiative coincides with the celebration of 60 years of diplomatic relations between Kuwait and Switzerland.
Swiss Ambassador to Kuwait, H.E. Tiziano Balmelli, described the event as a reflection of the vitality and resilience of bilateral economic relations. He emphasized that while official diplomatic ties were established in 1966, commercial, social, and cultural connections between the two nations date back much further.
Ambassador Balmelli highlighted the long-standing reputation of Swiss companies in Kuwait for quality, reliability, and commitment, while noting Kuwait’s openness to innovation and international trade, underpinned by strong financial foundations. He added that the participating companies embody the shared ambition to explore new opportunities and deepen collaboration in both markets.
Patrick Tran, President of the Swiss–Kuwaiti Business Platform (SKBP), said the Business Days stem from a belief that the future of business lies in building bridges rather than borders. He stressed that the event is about forging sustainable partnerships, fostering innovation, and translating dialogue into tangible economic opportunities, all while prioritizing human relationships.
Faisal Al Mutawa, President of the Kuwait Chapter of SKBP, underlined that the event reflects the maturity of Swiss–Kuwaiti relations, particularly in economic cooperation. He noted that the two nations have collaborated for generations across business, education, healthcare, and investment sectors, building strong foundations for long-term growth and innovation.
The Swiss–Kuwaiti Business Days 2026 will provide a platform for entrepreneurs, investors, and decision-makers from both countries to exchange ideas, explore synergies, and identify new avenues for partnership, reinforcing the shared belief that successful collaboration is rooted in trust, transparency, and a long-term vision.
The event will take place in Kuwait City, attracting broad participation from representatives of both public and private sectors.
