The Queen has expressed her sadness following the death of the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Sabah, saying she deeply valued his friendship towards the UK.
In an online message, the monarch praised the late emir’s humanitarian work.
The Queen wrote in the condolences, which were also shared on the royal family’s official Twitter account: “I was saddened to hear of the death of His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmed Al Jaber Al Sabah. “Your distinguished brother devoted his life to the service of the State of Kuwait and especially its relationship with its allies and friends.
“He will be long remembered by all who work for regional stability, understanding between nations and between faiths, and for the humanitarian cause.
“I have deeply valued his friendship towards the United Kingdom, and his memorable State Visit in November 2012.
“I offer Your Highness my sincere condolences. I offer also my sympathy to the people of Kuwait.
“May the long history of close companionship between our two families continue.”
The message was signed Elizabeth R, and accompanied on social media with a photograph of the Queen alongside Sheikh Sabah at Windsor Castle during his 2012 state visit.
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