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Stamps, stories and the poles

It started with a single stamp in Eritrea and ended with passports full of stamps from nearly every corner of the world. After five years, countless flights, remote border crossings and visits to both icy poles, Bader Alshuaib reached his final stop: North Korea. With that, he officially completed his journey to every country on Earth — 195 in total — and stood at both the North and South Poles. Kuwait Times: What inspired you to begin this...

KUWAIT: Defense Ministry Undersecretary Sheikh Dr Abdullah Mishal Al-Sabah, Ambassador of Georgia to Kuwait Noshrevan Lomtatidze and Assistant Foreign Minister for European Affairs Ambassador Sadiq Marafi.

Envoy highlights fresh momentum in Kuwait-Georgia ties

KUWAIT: Assistant Foreign Minister for European Affairs Ambassador Sadiq Marafi revealed that high-level visits between Kuwait and Georgia are currently being arranged, with several bilateral agreements expected to be signed before the end of this year. Speaking on the sidelines of Georgia’s Independence Day celebration, Marafi reaffirmed the strength of bilateral relations, marking 30 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties between...

KUWAIT: Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and Ambassador of Azerbaijan Emil Karimov cuts a cake during an event marking the Independence Day of Azerbaijan.

Embassy of Azerbaijan in Kuwait celebrates Independence Day

KUWAIT: The Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Kuwait hosted a reception to mark the Independence Day of Azerbaijan. During his opening remarks, Ambassador of Azerbaijan Emil Karimov praised the strong Azerbaijan-Kuwait ties that were initiated through meetings between Heydar Aliyev and the late Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in the mid-1990s, hailing the 2009 official visit of President Ilham Aliyev to Kuwait as a turning...

KUWAIT: A high-level multi-party parliamentary delegation from India speaks at the press conference. — Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Indian parliamentary delegation praises Kuwait’s peace efforts

KUWAIT: MP Baijayant Panda, head of a visiting Indian parliamentary delegation, praised Kuwait’s diplomatic role and steadfast efforts in promoting peace and resolving conflicts, describing the country as “a model to be emulated for making the world a better place”. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Panda highlighted Kuwait’s credibility and influential presence on the international stage, particularly in advancing regional and...

Turkish ambassador Tuba Nur Sonmez

Embassy celebrates Turkish Cuisine Week

KUWAIT: The Embassy of the Republic of Turkey to Kuwait hosted a reception on Sunday at Kuwait Marina Hotel, in collaboration with the Turkey Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Turkey, to celebrate the annual Turkish Cuisine Week. In her opening remarks, Turkish Ambassador Tuba Nur Sonmez emphasized Turkish cuisine’s unique place among world cuisines, highlighting its...

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Sharp decline in marriages between Kuwaiti men and non-Kuwaiti women raises debate

KUWAIT: Recent official statistics have revealed a significant decline in the number of marriages between Kuwaiti men and non-Kuwaiti women during the first months of 2025. The data shows a 27 percent decrease compared to the same period in 2024, with only 239 marriages recorded by the end of March 2025 - down from 326 during the same timeframe last year. The data indicates that most of these marriages were with women from Gulf countries,...

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Diplomatic Institute equips envoys for modern challenges: AlSabeeh

KUWAIT: Today’s diplomat serves not only as the face of their country abroad but also as a cultural ambassador and a vital bridge-builder between societies and governments. This is where the role of diplomatic institutes becomes essential. Speaking to Kuwait Times, Ambassador Nasser Sabeeh AlSabeeh, Assistant Foreign Minister for Saud Nasser Al-Sabah Diplomatic Institute, highlighted the Institute’s role in providing up-to-date training...

Arwa Abulhasan celebrates her sons' wins

Desert twins conquer jungle trails

In a remarkable achievement on the international stage, twin brothers Mohammad and Khaleel Husain secured 1st and 3rd place respectively in the under-18 category at the mountain biking Asia Enduro Series, held in Sri Lanka last week. For these 14-year-old athletes from the deserts of Kuwait, the victory was more than just a medal — it was a statement. “I got third place in the Asia Enduro Series, and it was my first time riding in tropical...

Sudanese nurses pose for a group photo.

Sudan Ambassador joins blood donation drive on Nurses Day

KUWAIT: On International Nurses Day, Sudanese Ambassador to Kuwait Awadal-Karim Al-Rayah Balla participated in a blood donation campaign organized by the Sudanese Nursing Association in Kuwait on Monday at the Blood Bank under the slogan “Our Hands for the Nation, Our Hearts for Humanity - Giving, Health, and Humanity.” The initiative was held in appreciation of Kuwait and its noble stances toward Sudan. Speaking to Kuwait Times, the...

Audience at the Fourth Annual Food Safety and Nutrition Summit held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.- Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

US Ambassador welcomes Trump’s Gulf visit, highlights strong US-Kuwait food security ties

KUWAIT: US Ambassador to Kuwait Karen Sasahara on Tuesday welcomed the visit of US President Donald Trump to the Gulf region, describing it as a continuation of his longstanding relationships with Gulf leaders. “We are pleased with President Trump’s visit to the region. He has had deep-rooted relationships with Gulf leaders since his first term,” she said. Her remarks came on the sidelines of the Fourth Annual Food Safety and Nutrition...

Secretary-General of the Arab Media Forum Madi and the Minister of Information honor Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al-Hamed, Chairman of the National Media Office.

Kuwait hailed as a beacon of regional media leadership

KUWAIT: Minister of Information, Culture, and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi praised Kuwait’s selection as the Capital of Arab Culture and Media for 2025, which represents a well-deserved recognition of its pioneering role in supporting Arab media, strengthening cultural identity, and reinforcing professional values. Speaking at the opening of the 20th Arab Media Forum that was held on Saturday under the theme...

KUWAIT: A woman views the exhibition titled “Gaza Habibti” by Untold Palestine, which displayed photographs of Gaza’s people before and after the war. — Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

AUK students unite for Gaza with ‘Play it Forward’ awareness event

KUWAIT: The Finance Club at the American University of Kuwait (AUK) organized an awareness event titled “Play it Forward” on Wednesday, in collaboration with the Office of Student Life and 12 student organizations, to shed light on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Speaking to Kuwait Times, Shoroq Bukhamsin, President of the Finance Club, said the event’s primary aim was to amplify awareness. “We wanted people to remember the...

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TOKYO: HH the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah is welcomed on arrival in the Japanese capital on May 28, 2025. - KUNA

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