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KUWAIT: The “Green Horizons” team from American United School, which placed first in the “Reimagining Tomorrow: Kuwait’s Youth in STEM" initiative, pose for a group photo. — Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

bp Kuwait, IDRAK empower youth through STEM innovation program

KUWAIT: bp Kuwait in collaboration with IDRAK Training and Consultancy has launched a transformative initiative aimed at inspiring high school students to reimagine the future of energy through STEM-focused innovation. In a press statement, Mubarak Jassim Aljassim, Chairman of IDRAK, emphasized the importance of corporate partnerships in youth development, stating: “We are proud to partner with bp in delivering this impactful program. It’s...

KUWAIT: Officials pose for a group photo during the third ministerial meeting of the strategic dialogue between the GCC and Central Asian countries on April 16, 2025. - KUNA

GCC, Central Asia eye deeper ties

KUWAIT: Kuwait’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the current session of the GCC Ministerial Council Abdullah Al-Yahya on Wednesday described the legal appeal filed by Iraq’s President and Prime Minister over the Federal Court’s annulment of the Khor Abdullah agreement as “an internal Iraqi matter that does not concern us”. He noted that the court has made its decision and the GCC is awaiting further developments. Speaking at...

Belgian Ambassador with local media repristinates.

Belgian Ambassador announces economic mission to visit Kuwait

KUWAIT: Belgian Ambassador to Kuwait Christian Dooms revealed that an economic mission, involving over 40 Belgian companies, will visit Kuwait in late April, signaling growing bilateral trade opportunities. During a media meeting on Francophonie on Monday, the ambassador shed light on the rich diversity and cultural significance of the Francophonie, stating that a series of events will mark Le Mois de la Francophonie in Kuwait this April. He...

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A journey through time

Kuwait National Museum has recently undergone renovations, introducing new exhibitions and initiatives aimed at preserving and showcasing the country’s rich history. Speaking to Kuwait Times, Somayah Al-Kharji, Head of the Department of Supervision of Archaeological and Heritage Buildings and Acting Head of the Museums Department, highlighted the museum’s ongoing efforts to enhance cultural awareness. “The museum has several key sections,...

Touristic Enterprises Company holding its Ordinary General Assembly Meeting at its premises. - By Yasser Al-Zayyat

TEC assembly approves agenda items, reports, audited financial statements

KUWAIT: Touristic Enterprises Company (TEC) held its Ordinary General Assembly Meeting, on Wednesday, for the financial year ending December 31, 2024. The assembly approved all agenda items, including the Board of Directors’ report, the auditor’s report, and the audited financial statements. Speaking to media on the sidelines of the meeting, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of TEC, Hamoud Jassim Al-Falah emphasized that 2025 will be a...

Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Kuwait, Emil Karimov poses for a group photo with local media representatives.

Kuwait, Azerbaijan expand ties

KUWAIT: Azerbaijan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs is set to visit Kuwait on April 29 to lead the third joint committee meeting, aimed at enhancing cooperation across various sectors, Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Kuwait Emil Karimov revealed. Speaking during an iftar gathering with local media, Karimov emphasized the deepening bilateral relations between the two nations and highlighted the significance of the upcoming visit in...

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Kuwaiti Ramadan tables welcome affordable truffles

As winter gives way to spring, the earth reveals one of its most prized culinary treasures — the desert truffle (faqaa). Buried beneath the sandy soil, these seasonal gems boast a unique, earthy flavor that food enthusiasts eagerly anticipate each year, making them a coveted ingredient on Kuwaiti Ramadan tables. At the truffle market, longtime vendor Abu Hassan Al-Mansouri told Kuwait Times: “This year, truffle prices have dropped, making...

Ambassador of Germany to Kuwait Hans-Christian von Reibnitz

German envoy congratulates Kuwait on GCC’s Presidency, hails relations

KUWAIT: The Ambassador of Germany to Kuwait Hans-Christian von Reibnitz congratulates Kuwait on the GCC’s Presidency, highlighting the importance of the significant responsibilities it carries amid regional and global challenges. During an iftar with local media representatives, the German ambassador praised His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and his government for their leadership in navigating these challenges,...

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Kuwait abolishes ‘honor killing’ law, raises marriage age to 18

KUWAIT: In a historic move toward gender equality, Kuwait officially abolished Article 153 of the penal code, a law that effectively allowed “honor killings” by granting lenient sentences to male relatives who murdered female family members caught in adultery. In another key legal reform, Kuwait raised the legal minimum marriage age from 16 to 18 to prevent child marriages, aligning with international child protection laws and providing young...

KUWAIT: EU Ambassador Anne Koistinen poses for a group photo with the local media representatives at the ghabqa.

EU envoy to Kuwait discusses key global issues at ghabqa

KUWAIT: The European Union Delegation to the State of Kuwait held a ghabqa on Tuesday, hosting local media representatives to mark the Holy Month of Ramadan at EU Residence. During her opening speech, EU Ambassador Anne Koistinen expressed gratitude for the continued cooperation between the EU Delegation and Kuwaiti media, acknowledging their role in covering EU-Kuwait relations and EU-related news throughout the year, extending her warmest...

Participants pose for a group photo at the event. - Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Volvo marks International Women’s Day

KUWAIT: Volvo marked International Women’s Day, on Saturday, with a collaborative Ghabga aimed at celebrating and empowering women. Farah Asaad, Brand Experience Specialist at BNK Automotive, said “This event is all about women empowering each other. We want to raise awareness that all these sister companies actively encourage women to grow and lead.” BNK Automotive is also making strides in gender equality within the automotive industry;...

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Young Kuwaiti actors shine in ‘Children of the Time Machine’

Young people in Kuwait are increasingly turning to theater as a platform to showcase their talents and creativity, making stage performances a rising trend in the local arts scene. In an interview with young actors who recently starred in the Shakespearean-inspired play Children of the Time Machine, Kuwait Times explored how their experience allowed them to take on complex roles, refine their acting skills, and connect with audiences on a deeper...

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KUWAIT: Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah supervises an extensive security campaign targeting commercial establishments in residential buildings.- KUNA

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KUWAIT: Dr Abdullah Al-Enezi, Head of the Cardiology Department at Kuwait's Chest Diseases Hospital and Dr Khaled Al-Marri, Head of the Cardiac Catheterization Unit, are seen in the operation room with other medical personnel.

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GAZA: People walk past the rubble of collapsed buildings in Jabalia in the northern Gaza Strip. – AFP

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