KUWAIT: Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah expressed his gratitude on Monday for the trust bestowed by the country’s leadership, saying it was a huge responsibility to execute all ministerial duties with the utmost diligence. Speaking to the press after taking the constitutional oath at parliament, Sheikh Fahad Al-Sabah, who is also acting minister of interior, said the responsibilities "placed upon us” were great, and the Cabinet has to work toward achieving the aspirations of the people.
He stressed that "no one is above the law,” affirming that the government would be fighting corruption through accountability. The pivotal cooperation between legislative and executive authorities would ensure the best interest of the country and the people of Kuwait, he added. He added that the security and stability of the country were crucial factors, as it was significant to reform and improve the military establishments and the competence of the members.
Meanwhile, National Assembly Speaker Ahmad Al-Saadoun said that the swearing-in of His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Dr. Mohammad Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah as Deputy Amir in the extraordinary session Monday established a new precedent in the country’s history. During the session dedicated to swearing in the Deputy Amir, Al-Saadoun mentioned in a speech that he attempted to review all precedents but found no similar instances, clarifying that the Amiri Decree appointing His Highness the Prime Minister as Deputy Amir outlined two key points.
The first point, detailed in Article 1 of the decree, indicated that the appointment remained valid throughout the periods of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah’s absence from the country. Article two stipulated the continuation of this procedure until the Crown Prince was appointed, and therefore the Deputy Amir will be sworn in only once during His Highness the Amir’s absence until a Crown Prince is appointed. Following Deputy Amir’s constitutional oath, Al-Saadoun adjourned the session, and the next regular session was set for February 6 and 7. — KUNA