Kuwait: Under the patronage and in the presence of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, "Deerat Al-Khair" National Operetta was held at Bayan Palace Theater. The event marked a significant cultural moment in the nation, underscoring Kuwait's commitment to fostering national pride and cultural heritage.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the Kuwaiti Cabinet has endorsed draft-decrees on the budgets of ministries, government agencies, and independent bodies for the fiscal year 2026/2027. The Cabinet has also approved a decree-law amending the domestic violence law, reflecting the government's focus on addressing critical issues impacting the society.
Minister of Finance, Dr. Yaqoub Al-Refaei, unveiled the draft state budget for the fiscal year 2026-2027, projecting a fiscal deficit of KD 9.8 billion, approximately USD 31.9 billion. This projection highlights ongoing economic challenges and the government's efforts to manage the national finances strategically.
Additionally, US Charg© d'Affaires At Interim at the US Embassy in Kuwait, Steven Butler, affirmed the solid, deep, and durable relations between the United States and Kuwait. This statement emphasizes the strong diplomatic ties and mutual interests shared by both nations.
In the realm of international rankings, Kuwait scored 46 out of 100 in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) report issued by Transparency International. This score maintains its performance level from the previous year, reflecting ongoing efforts to combat corruption and enhance transparency.
Furthermore, the Kuwait-based Patients Helping Fund Society has constructed a health center in Tawila locality, North Darfur State. This initiative demonstrates Kuwait's commitment to providing humanitarian assistance and support to regions in need.
Kuwaiti Minister of State for Communications and Information Technology and Acting Minister of Information and Culture, Omar Al-Omar, reaffirmed Kuwait's commitment to supporting the efforts of UN Tourism. This reiterates the nation's dedication to global tourism initiatives and cultural exchange.
Lastly, Kuwait's National Diwan for Human Rights (NDHR) met with a delegation from the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) for the Middle East and North Africa to discuss ways to strengthen technical cooperation and exchange expertise, highlighting Kuwait's ongoing collaboration with international human rights bodies.