ShareKUWAIT: Kuwait’s embassies and consulates in Saudi Arabia, Cambodia, Turkey and South Korea marked Thursday the 63rd National Day and 33rd Liberation Day. The embassy in Cambodia held a reception in attendance of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Sok Chenda Sophea, as the celebration’s guest of honor.
Kuwait Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Sheikh Sabah Nasser Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah praised the large presence of dignitaries and officials attending Kuwait national celebrations at the embassy, which he described as evidence of unity and interdependence of the two peoples and a reflection of the close Kuwaiti-Saudi relations. Sheikh Sabah made the remarks to KUNA and during the occasion of the 63rd anniversary of Independence and the 33rd anniversary of Liberation Day, wishing the best for the leadership of the two countries, and security and safety upon the Kuwaiti and Saudi peoples.
The ceremony was attended by Saudi Deputy Amir of the Riyadh Region, Prince Mohammad bin Abdul Rahman, and a number of excellences, and heads of diplomatic missions in the Kingdom. Sheikh Sabah extended his warmest congratulations and blessings to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and to His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Dr. Mohammad Sabah Al-Salem, and to all Kuwaiti people.
For his part, GCC Secretary General, Jasem Al-Budaiwi, who also attended the ceremony said that we witnessed a brilliant Gulf gathering at the ceremony, which reflects on the status it holds in Saudi and Gulf countries. Al-Budaiwi added that such presence proves a strong cohesion among gulf countries and indicates solidarity and belief in the common destiny, expressing his wishes for prosperity to the State of Kuwait.
The ceremony held by the embassy began with the national anthem of Kuwait and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, then a speech by the Ambassador of the State of Kuwait, a visual presentation of Kuwaiti-Saudi relations, and the presentation of a souvenir to the Deputy Amir of the Riyadh Region as the guest of honor.
Kuwait’s consulate in Turkey commemorated the national anniversaries with a number of high officials and diplomats in attendance. Consul General in Istanbul, Mohammad Al-Sharji, congratulated His Highness the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Dr Mohammad Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, and the Kuwaiti people, wishing the country everlasting security and growing progress and prosperity.
He spoke highly of the cooperation and depth of relations between two nations across various fields, as well as the close coordination on regional and international issues. The Consul General took the opportunity to recall solidarity and sacrifices of friendly nations during liberation of Kuwait in 1991, highlighting the notable Turkish role. He also took note of the humanitarian role of Kuwait in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake of 2023, and the relief air bridge it extended as per the instructions of its political leadership.
As for celebrations taking place in Kuwait’s Embassy in Seoul, the South Korean capital, they were attended by Korean Minister of Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Park Sang-woo, government officials, private sector representatives, as well as various notable personalities and diplomats. Ambassador Theyab Al-Resheedi addressed the congregation saying that this an opportunity to renew belonging to one’s homeland, and evoke the memory of martyrs.
He hailed supportive role of Korea during the liberation, stating that it will remain ingrained in hearts and minds of Kuwaitis. Ambassador Al-Resheedi touted the high-level communication between the two, exemplified in the exchange of visits and meetings.
Commending the long-lasting relations, the Korean Minister spoke of the partnership between the two nations in developmental projects. The minister called Kuwait an important supplier of energy, contributing to stability and growth of industrial sector in South Korea. He hoped that Korea would play a more vital role in bigger projects, especially relating to Kuwait 2035 vision of sustainable development, digitization and food security. — KUNA
