WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has designated Hamtramck Mayor Amer Ghalib as the new Ambassador to Kuwait. In a statement posted on “Truth Social,” Trump expressed his enthusiasm over Ghalib’s appointment, highlighting his contributions to Trump’s electoral campaigns in Michigan. The US president emphasized that Ghalib, a medical professional with a PhD, would represent the United States with distinction in his diplomatic mission. Ghalib, 45, was born in Yemen and made history in 2021 as the first Arab mayor of Hamtramck, Michigan.

In addition to Ghalib’s appointment, Trump announced that Duke Buchan III would serve as the US Ambassador to Morocco. He praised Buchan’s role in advancing “peace, freedom, and prosperity” between the two nations. Trump also named Michel Issa as the US Ambassador to Lebanon, describing him as a distinguished businessman, financial expert, and leader in banking, entrepreneurship, and international trade. “I have no doubt that he will serve our country with honor and distinction,” Trump stated. — KUNA