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Ambassador of France to Kuwait Olivier Gauvin

Envoy courts more robust French-Kuwaiti business partnership

KUWAIT: Ambassador of France to Kuwait Olivier Gauvin said his ultimate aspiration is to successfully establish a robust framework for French business consulting in Kuwait. During the ambassador’s meeting with local media, he emphasized the significance of strengthening ties, noting that currently, 39 French companies are operating in Kuwait. He highlighted the need to boost Kuwaiti investments in France, saying that although real estate...

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Padel players get a taste of Kuwait at Mubarakiya

KUWAIT: International players competing in the Premier Padel Kuwait P1 tournament, hosted by BNK Holding, visited Souq Al-Mubarakiya in Kuwait on Tuesday, exploring the rich cultural atmosphere of the markets. Accompanied by local hosts and media, the athletes had the chance to experience authentic Kuwaiti traditional dishes. They also explored the vibrant perfume market, tasted different kinds of dates and wandered through Souq Al-Mubarakiya’s...

Padel champion Ari Sanchez signs a Volvo car.

Volvo unveils new Shuwaikh showroom

KUWAIT: The new Volvo showroom in Shuwaikh was unveiled this week, with a pre-launch tour where attendees met top tier padel champions Ari Sanchez and Juan Lebron. Bader Nasser Al-Kharafi, Founder and CEO of BNK Holding, expressed his pleasure at the opening of the new showroom. “We aimed to provide a larger space for our customers, particularly expanding the service center. The new facility has nearly tripled in size, allowing us to expedite...

KUWAIT: Australian University students pose with Kuwait Times and Kuwait News staff. — Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

AU students visit Kuwait Times, Kuwait News

KUWAIT: Students from the Australian University visited the Kuwait Times premises as part of a field trip organized through Injaz’s Job Shadow program. This visit aimed to provide the students with valuable insights into Kuwait Times’ rich history, being the first English daily newspaper in the Gulf since its establishment in 1961. The students explored various departments within the newspaper, gaining an understanding of the operations and...

GEDAREF: Sudanese people fleeing the Al-Jazira state arrive at an area near the eastern city of Gedaref on November 2, 2024. — AFP

Sudanese envoy hails Kuwait’s support for war-ravaged country

KUWAIT: Sudanese Ambassador to Kuwait Awadal-Karim Al-Rayah Balla expressed his gratitude to both people and government of Kuwait for their ongoing humanitarian assistance to Sudan, which has significantly alleviated the suffering of the Sudanese people. During a press conference held at the embassy, the ambassador said the Sudanese government highly values Kuwait’s recent stance at the United Nations Human Rights Council, where it stood in...

Camels compete during a Camel race championship at the Kuwait Camel Racing Club, in Kabd, in the Jahra governorate. - Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Camel racing: A festive sport with deep roots in Kuwait

Camel race season has begun in Kuwait, reflecting the Gulf country’s rich heritage. The thrilling event will be held every Saturday at the Kuwait Camel Racing Club until the end of March. The sport combines cultural pride with competitive spirit, drawing citizens and expats alike, where fans and dedicated breeders and trainers gather to enjoy the lively atmosphere. The idea of organizing camel races in Kuwait began in the 1980s, following the...

Kuwaiti and South Korean officials pose for a photo after signing a memorandum of understanding.

Kuwaiti-Korean talks ongoing to develop South Saad Al-Abdullah

KUWAIT: Kuwait signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a Korean company to develop and operate the South Saad Al-Abdullah New City as a world-class smart city. During the 7th Smart City forum, Minister of State for Housing Affairs and Minister of State for Municipal Affairs Abdullatif Al-Mishari emphasized the importance of the partnership with the Republic of Korea in developing infrastructure and housing projects. He highlighted ongoing...

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Italian embassy launches 10-day cultural festival

KUWAIT: The Embassy of Italy hosted an event titled “Italian Classical Masterpieces” on Monday at the American University of Kuwait, inviting attendees on a unique journey through musical tradition, ethereal harmonies and dazzling virtuosity. Italian Ambassador to Kuwait Lorenzo Morini launched the 10-day festival “A Journey into Italian Creativity,” organized by the Italian embassy. He highlighted that the festival showcases some of...

Colonel Abdullah Al-Shatti

‘Cyber Warriors’ go head-to-head in army competition

KUWAIT: Under the patronage of First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior and Minister of Defense Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah, the Ministry of Defense kicked off the 10th edition of the Best Cyber Warrior Competition on Monday, in collaboration with the United States Central Command (USARCENT). The competition aims to strengthen cyber defense skills and partnerships. During his speech, Colonel Omar Firas Al-Sabti, Directorate of...

KUWAIT: Deputy Assistant Foreign Minister for European Affairs Mohammad Hayatee speaks with Austrian Designated Ambassador Ulrich Frank. — Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Austrian ambassador calls for ceasefire, return of hostages

KUWAIT: Designated Ambassador of Austria to Kuwait Ulrich Frank said his country is on the side of international law and the protection of innocent civilians in Gaza and Lebanon. “Also, hostages are irrevocable. We need de-escalation on every front and must do everything in our power to end the humanitarian catastrophe taking place now. This requires an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon and all possible fronts to allow for humanitarian...

IDCK delegation takes a group photo.

IDCK promotes, supports women empowerment

KUWAIT: To enlighten the experiences of pioneering businesswomen and support the empowerment of Kuwaiti women, the International Diplomatic Club in Kuwait (IDCK) met with Sabeeka Al-Bahr and Jihan Marafi, two certified brokers in the Kuwaiti real estate industry, on Tuesday, at Souq Al-Manakh. Ghada Shawky, wife of the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt and president of the executive board of the IDCK, along with the IDCK’s delegation...

KUWAIT: Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Kuwait Times Abdullah Boftain speaks during an Australian University TEDx event titled “Mindset: Shaping Tomorrow” on Oct 19, 2024. -- Photos by Faten Omar

Abdullah Boftain shares ‘Pole Pole’ philosophy, reflects on loss and resilience

KUWAIT: The Australian University held a TEDx event on Saturday, focusing on ideas worth spreading and exploring how mindset shapes personal and professional development. The event, titled “Mindset: Shaping Tomorrow”, highlighted diverse experiences aimed at inspiring change. Life’s lessons through mountains and loss Abdullah Boftain, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Kuwait Times, shared his philosophy, “Pole Pole” (Swahili for “slowly,...

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WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters in the Oval Office at the White House on March 28, 2025 in Washington, DC. - AFP

Trump threatens bombing if Iran does not make nuclear deal

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Khamenei warns of 'strong' response if Iran attacked

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KUWAIT: President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen attends a French parliamentary session on the 2025 finance bill, and the social security budget at The National Assembly, France's lower house parliament, in Paris on February 3, 2025. - AFP

French court hands Le Pen five-year election ban

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MANDALAY: Rescue officials observe a minute of silence near the Sky Villa condominium building, one of the sites most affected by the March 28 earthquake, in Mandalay on April 1, 2025.—AFP

Myanmar holds minute of silence for more than 2,000 quake dead

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