Ambassador of Senegal to Kuwait H.E. M. Abdou Lahad Mbacke hosted a reception to celebrate his country’s National Day at the Sheraton on 20 March. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah was the chief guest, and was joined by Former Kuwait Prime Minister Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on the occasion.
Speaking on the sidelines of the function, the Senegalese Ambassador Mbacke lauded the strength of historical relations between Kuwait and Senegal.
On his part, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Al-Sabah praised the strength of friendship bonds between Kuwait and Senegal, and stressed that they are a role model for friendly and brotherly relations between Arab and African nations.
Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled also mentioned that the two countries were working to boost cooperation in various domains through the higher joint committee. He hailed Senegal’s contribution for the success of the Kuwait-hosted Afro-Arab Summit in 2013. The minister also mentioned that he was looking forward for the formation of the new Senegalese government after the recent elections, and wished Senegal more progress, stability and welfare.
Speaking to reporters, former Kuwait Prime Minister Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah stated that his country is looking forward to the formation of a new Senegalese government that could realize the aspiration of the friendly people of Senegal for more stability and prosperity. He also congratulated the Senegalese President Macky Sall on his reelection.
