Ministers extend heartiest congratulations to His Highness on first anniversary of assuming power
Today, 20 December marks the first anniversary of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad, may God protect and preserve him, assuming power and leading Kuwait to a new era of progress and prosperity along with security and stability.
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The First Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense and Interior, H. E. Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef, extended his heartiest congratulations to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad, may God protect him and grant him peace, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, on Friday, 20 December, on the occasion of the first anniversary of His Highness assuming power.
The Ministry of Defense said in a press statement that H. E. Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef expressed, on his behalf and on behalf of the members of the Ministries of Defense and Interior, the highest congratulations and blessings to His Highness the Amir of the country, may God protect and preserve him, on this occasion. H. E. Sheikh Al-Yousef asked God Almighty to guide His Highness’s steps and grant him success in leading our beloved country and its generous people toward more progress, prosperity, and flourishing in various fields.
H. E. Sheikh Fahd Al-Yousef renewed “the pledge and promise to His Highness the Amir of the country to continue working, giving, and serving our generous country, to defend it, preserve its security and stability, and the safety of its land, sea, and sky, and to sacrifice the most precious and valuable things for its sake.”
H. E. Sheikh Fahd Al-Yousef prayed to God Almighty to bring back this dear occasion to His Highness the Amir of the country with goodness, health, and wellness, and to the State of Kuwait and its loyal people with glory and prosperity under the wise leadership and sound directives of His Highness, may God protect him.
Minister of Information
The Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, extended his highest congratulations and blessings to His Highness the Amir on this occasion.
Minister Al-Mutairi told KUNA that this dear anniversary, which falls on Friday, 20 December, represents a point of pride and honor for all citizens of the country. His Highness enjoys wise leadership, sharp insight, and an enlightened vision that has contributed to enhancing the development process and achieving accomplishments that serve Kuwait and its loyal people.
Minister Al-Mutairi added that the wise directives of His Highness the Amir of the country, are a source of inspiration to work with dedication and sincerity, in order to fulfill the national trust and raise the name of Kuwait, very high in various fields and on regional and international forums.
Minister Al-Mutairi prayed to Almighty God to bless His Highness the Amir with abundant health and wellness, grant him continued success in leading Kuwait’s progress and development, and preserve him as a pillar of strength for Kuwait, its people, and the Arab and Islamic nations.
Minister of Education
The Minister of Education, Eng. Sayed Jalal Al-Tabtabaei, along with all Ministry of Education employees, extended warmest congratulations and best wishes to His Highness, may God protect and preserve him, on the first anniversary of his leadership, praying for his continued success and well-being.
Minister Al-Tabtabaei emphasized to KUNA his dedication to following the vision of His Highness the Amir, guided by his wisdom and steadfast support for advancing education. He highlighted education as a cornerstone for nation-building, enhancing citizens’ and institutions’ capabilities, fostering knowledge, skills, creativity, and innovation, and developing a productive, competitive workforce with positive economic, social, and cultural impacts.
Minister Al-Tabtabaei stated that at the Ministry of Education, they reaffirm their commitment to the trust and responsibility they hold for future generations. They stand firmly behind His Highness’s wise leadership, drawing inspiration from his vision and directives as a roadmap for achieving sustainable development across all sectors, particularly education.
Minister Al-Tabtabaei prayed to God Almighty to “grant His Highness the Amir continued health and wellness, safeguard Kuwait and its people under his wise leadership, and guide us all in serving this beloved nation and realizing his vision for a brighter, more prosperous future”.
Minister Al-Tabtabaei called on God Almighty to “protect His Highness the Amir as a guiding light for Kuwait and its people, ensuring he remains a symbol of generosity and wisdom that inspires future generations. May God safeguard Kuwait, its Amir, its Crown Prince, and its honorable people from all harm”.
Minister of Justice
The Minister of Justice Counselor Nasser Al-Sumait, extended his heartfelt congratulations and blessings to His Highness the Amir, may God protect him, on the first anniversary of his leadership and assumption of the emirate and the reins of power in the country.
In a press statement on Friday, 20 December, Minister Al-Sumait prayed for God Almighty to bless His Highness the Amir with continued health and wellness on this special occasion.
The President and members of the Supreme Judicial Council, along with all members of the judiciary, extended their heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to His Highness the Amir on this occasion, today, Friday.
The Ministry of Justice, through its official account on the “X” platform, conveyed that the President and members of the Supreme Judicial Council extended their heartfelt prayers for God Almighty to bless His Highness with continued health and wellness and to preserve and protect him under His care on this blessed occasion.
The Ministry also prayed to God Almighty to achieve under the wise and prudent leadership of His Highness the Amir the progress, glory, and prosperity that the noble Kuwaiti people aspire to, and to bring about goodness, prosperity, and security through his generous hands. May His Highness continue to be a treasure and support for our dear country, Kuwait, and a high and impregnable fortress for our judiciary and its guardians too.
Minister of Higher Education
In this regard, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Nader Al-Jalal, along with all employees of the Ministry, extended their highest congratulations and blessings to His Highness, may God protect and preserve him, on the occasion of the first anniversary of His Highness assuming the reins of power.
Minister Al-Jalal told KUNA today, Friday, 20 December, that under the wise leadership of His Highness the Amir of the country, may God protect him, the State of Kuwait witnessed a year full of giving and achievement, characterized by a sound vision and a balanced approach to achieving comprehensive development and raising Kuwait’s status among nations.
Minister Al-Jalal stressed that His Highness’s focus on promoting national values and Kuwaiti identity, as the shield that protects Kuwait and its people and the fortress to confront hardships and challenges, serves as a source of inspiration for all of us to work sincerely for the advancement of our beloved country.
Minister Al-Jalal renewed his and the commitment of all employees of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, to effectively contribute in achieving the aspirations of His Highness the Amir of the country. May God protect him, by supporting scientific innovation and developing national cadres capable of leading the development process in all fields.
Minister Al-Jalal called upon God Almighty to preserve His Highness the Amir of the country as a guardian of the nation’s progress and to provide him with His support to continue the path of giving, development, pride, and prosperity for our dear nation and its generous people.
Minister of Foreign Affairs
On his behalf and on behalf of the ministry’s employees, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdullah Al-Yahya, extended his warmest congratulations and blessings to His Highness the Amir of the country on the occasion of the first anniversary of His Highness assuming the emirate and the reins of government.
Minister Al-Yahya told Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on Friday that this eventful year carried with it many bright achievements locally and abroad, during which we witnessed a major renaissance across social, economic, cultural, and developmental levels. These achievements reflected your bright aspirations and wise visions for Kuwait, leading to stability, prosperity, and well-being for the people of Kuwait.
Minister Al-Yahya added that on this blessed day, we renew our loyalty, obedience, and pledge to continue on the good path, working with all our efforts to raise the flag of dear Kuwait, elevate its status, and defend its interests in all international forums.
Minister Al-Yahya concluded by saying that May God protect Kuwait from all harm under His Highness’ kind care, bestow upon it more of His abundant goodness and grace, and grant His Highness abundant health, wellness, and a long life, and keep him as a treasure for the country and its loyal and faithful people.