Kuwait city: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah patronized and attended a ceremony on Tuesday honoring a group of outstanding teachers and schools in celebration of World Teachers' Day for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 academic years. The event took place at Sheikh Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Theater in Abdullah Al-Salem University, with the presence of Crown Prince His Highness Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and senior state officials.
According to Kuwait News Agency, upon his arrival, His Highness the Amir was welcomed by Minister of Education Dr. Jalal Al-Tabtabai and the organizing committee. The ceremony commenced with the national anthem and a recitation of verses from the Holy Quran. Minister Al-Tabtabai, during his speech, expressed the honorees' pride in being recognized by the Kuwaiti leadership, which is dedicated to enhancing education in the country.
Minister Al-Tabtabai acknowledged His Highness the Amir's guidance for the educational sector, emphasizing the importance of nurturing talents for the country's development. He mentioned that around 600,000 students are enrolled in government schools, supported by competent teaching and administrative staff, which are key components of Kuwait's development plans.
Highlighting the significance of honoring teachers as future builders, the minister noted the integration of technological tools to improve the educational experience in Kuwait. He stated that the ministry is continuing its educational reform plan for 2025-27, aligning with the state's national vision, focusing on transparency and discipline in institutional excellence.
The ministry is also strengthening collaborations with regional and international organizations, such as the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), to exchange expertise and knowledge for Kuwait's digital educational transformation. He affirmed that the Ministry of Education remains committed to achieving the objectives of the New Kuwait Vision 2035.
In his address to educators, the minister expressed gratitude for their continuous efforts in nurturing generations of Kuwaiti students, who now occupy leading positions in the state. Teacher Khalil Saud Al-Harbi, representing the honored teachers, expressed appreciation to the Kuwaiti leadership for their unwavering support and promised to continue contributing to the nation.
The event featured a short film titled "Teacher Leaders," illustrating the evolution of education in Kuwait and the pivotal role of educators in shaping values and promoting national development, followed by a musical performance. His Highness the Amir concluded the ceremony by awarding the attending teachers and representatives of the distinguished schools before departing the venue.