Prime Minister directs acceleration of major projects, removal of obstacles
42nd ministerial committee meeting reviews progress on ports, power and housing projects
His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah affirmed the keen interest of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad in providing continuous guidance to achieve Kuwait’s comprehensive and sustainable development vision across all sectors and to accelerate completion rates of ongoing projects.
This came during the 42nd meeting of the Ministerial Committee for Monitoring the Implementation of Major Development Projects, chaired by His Highness yesterday at Bayan Palace, reports Al-Anba daily.
The Prime Minister directed committee members to continue their joint efforts to overcome all obstacles, in accordance with clear strategies, mechanisms and procedures for implementing the previously approved plans, stressing the importance of coordination among government entities to ensure timely execution.
The meeting reviewed the latest reports from relevant authorities on progress in a number of strategic projects, including Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port, development of the electricity grid and renewable energy, a low-carbon green waste recycling system, housing projects, environmental infrastructure for wastewater treatment plants, free zones, economic zones, and combating desertification.
His Highness underlined that these projects form the backbone of Kuwait’s development path and are essential to strengthening the country’s economic and environmental sustainability, improving quality of life and achieving long-term strategic goals.
The committee also reviewed key achievements in launching new major development projects and opening avenues for strategic cooperation with various countries to deepen economic, trade and investment relations, enhance shared interests and support national development priorities.
The meeting was attended by Head of the Prime Minister’s Office Abdulaziz Al-Dakheel, Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Al-Ali, Minister of Public Works Dr. Noura Al-Mishaan, Minister of State for Municipal Affairs and Minister of State for Housing Affairs Abdul Latif Al-Meshari, Director General of the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority Sheikh Dr. Meshaal Jaber Al-Ahmad, Head of the Fatwa and Legislation Department Counselor Salah Al-Majed, and Undersecretary of the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy Dr. Adel Al-Zamel.
