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News channel ‘Al-Akhbar’ to be launched on July 28

KUWAIT: Minister of Information and Culture, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, announced that the new Kuwait news channel, “Al-Akhbar,” will be launched on July 28. During his presentation on the latest outputs of the Ministry of Information strategy, reviewing the Ministry’s achievements until the end of the third year of work on the strategy 2021/2025, the minister stated that the Ministry has been emphasizing transparency as a core principle in...

Stoeckley's artwork in US

Painting the town ‘drip’

American artist Clark Stoeckley has transformed Kuwait into a vibrant and colorful scene with his mural art, which can be seen throughout the country. As an artist and art professor at a university in Kuwait, Stoeckley has used his creative vision to infuse public spaces with dynamic and thought-provoking imagery.Kuwait Times: When did you start painting murals?Clark Stoeckley: I have been painting murals for 20 years across the United States. I...

Indonesian Ambassador Lena Maryana poses for a group photo with diplomats and officials.

Indonesia spices up the world

KUWAIT: The Indonesia Embassy held an event (lunch) for officials as part of the “Indonesia Spices up the World” at the Official Residence of Indonesia. Speaking to Kuwait Times, Indonesian Ambassador Lena Maryana, said “The Indonesian cuisine is a rich tapestry of flavors and ingredients. Today, we introduce five main dishes from Indonesia that is sure to captivate and delight Kuwaitis and other Middle Eastern food lovers.”She added:...

EU Special Representative for the Gulf region Luigi Di Maio speaks to Kuwait Times. - Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Kuwait, EU explore opportunities, discuss visa, trade, ties and Gaza

KUWAIT: In an exclusive interview with Kuwait Times, the EU Special Representative for the Gulf region Luigi Di Maio revealed during his visit to Kuwait that he met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdullah Al-Yahya, and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Sabah, to discuss enhancing the partnership between the EU and the GCC, particularly with Kuwait.He added, “The visit aimed to strengthen collaboration between...

KUWAIT: French ambassador Claire Le Flecher, Sheikh Dr Ahmad Nasser Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, and Dr Bashayer Al-Majed pose for group photo with the Sorbonne alumni. — Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Sorbonne Society launches local chapter to deepen alumni ties

KUWAIT: The Embassy of France held a ceremony on the occasion of launching the Sorbonne Alumni Club “Sorbonne Society” under the patronage and presence of Sheikh Dr Ahmad Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Sabah. During her remarks, Claire Le Flecher, Ambassador of France to Kuwait, articulated France’s aspiration to deepen connections with its global alumni network while enhancing the allure of French higher education worldwide, adding that the French...

(Left to right) EU Special Representative for the Gulf Region Luigi Di Maio, Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya, and EU Ambassador Anne Koistinen are pictured during the ceremony. - Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

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Kuwait ‘stands out as a close and reliable friend to the EU’

KUWAIT: Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya affirmed that the Schengen visa issue for Kuwaitis is being pursued with the involvement of the EU Special Representative for the Gulf Region Luigi Di Maio, revealing that Kuwait is anticipating results in the summer following the European elections. On the sidelines of the ceremony of the 5th anniversary of the opening of the EU delegation in Kuwait, the minister expressed Kuwait’s...

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Travelers and experts explore best options

KUWAIT: Summer is the peak time for travel, and with the increase in travel demand, costs often soar, making it essential for travelers to find ways to reduce expenses. The Kuwait Times spoke with travel experts to learn more about the best ways to travel on a budget that can offer the best solution to explore more areas. In order to guarantee the best ticket prices, you must book months before the trip date.According to Muhammad Yassin, an...

Ambassador of France to Kuwait Claire Le Flecher poses for a group photo at the diwaniya

‘Ladies Diwaniya’, an inspiring platform for influential women

KUWAIT: The French Embassy held the third edition of Ladies Diwaniya at the French ambassador’s residence. In her remarks, Ambassador of France to Kuwait Claire Le Flecher said, “Ladies Diwaniya” gathers Kuwaiti and non-Kuwaiti women from diverse fields such as business, politics, arts, culture, and fashion. She added, “This initiative aims to provide an inspiring and empowering platform for talented and influential women to connect,...

Stray and abandoned cats are seen near the Scientific Center. - Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Paws for thought

Animal activist Fares Khaled has initiated an awareness campaign aimed at educating individuals who abandon their cats on the streets, with a particular focus on those near the Scientific Center. Khaled told Kuwait Times that the street is an unsafe place for domestic animals, as they are accustomed to a specific lifestyle that drastically changes when they are left to fend for themselves. “Abandoned cats always die, as this sudden shift often...

Ambassador of Russia to Kuwait Vladimir Zheltov poses for a group photo with Assistant Foreign Minister for European Affairs Ambassador Sadiq Marafi and officials . -- Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Russia envoy hails Kuwait’s balanced stance on Ukraine

KUWAIT: The Ambassador of Russia to Kuwait Vladimir Zheltov expressed his country’s appreciation for Kuwait’s balanced approach to Ukrainian-Russian crisis. Russian ambassador affirmed his country’s keenness to participate in the dialogue in the upcoming consultations involving Ukraine, Russia, and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in Doha, Qatar, which will address the ongoing conflict and explore diplomatic solutions.At the ceremony held...

Kuwaitis inspect sheep at a market in Kuwait ahead of Eid Al-Adha.

Sheep prices jump on eve of Eid

KUWAIT: With Eid Al-Adha just around the corner, the livestock market in Al-Rai is witnessing an unreasonable price hike. The demand for sheep has driven the price of Nuaimi sheep up to KD 220, depending on the breed, source, age, and size. Speaking to Kuwait Times, Bu Rashed, one of the sheep vendors at Al-Rai sheep market, noted it is natural for prices to rise due to the lack of supply and the imports.He added that this year’s prices are...

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Kuwait, India coordinating to facilitate repatriation of bodies of fire victims

KUWAIT: Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Kuwait Fund Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya confirmed that there is active coordination between Kuwait and the Indian government, where he met with Kirti Vardhan Singh, India’s Minister of State for External Affairs, to follow up and to facilitate the transfer of the remains of the victims of the massive fire at an apartment housing foreign workers in Mangaf.He said on the...

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