Kuwait city: His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah welcomed BlackRock Chairman and CEO Larry Fink, along with members of the company's board of directors, as they visited the country. The meeting was also attended by His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the visit by the BlackRock team highlights the ongoing engagement between Kuwait and major global financial entities. In a separate engagement, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah conducted official talks with Pham Minh Chinh, the visiting Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, at Bayan Palace.
In other developments, Undersecretary of Kuwait's Ministry of Defense Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Meshal Al-Sabah emphasized the strong military relations between Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates during his visit to Dubai. This visit underscores the importance of bilateral cooperation in defense and security matters.
In Khartoum, the Kuwait-based Namaa charity announced a series of relief and development projects in Somalia. These projects are part of the charity's ongoing efforts to provide aid and support to communities in need.
Meanwhile, Kuwait is hosting the 2025 Arab Chess Championship for men and women, which commenced with the participation of 87 players representing 18 Arab countries. The championship is set to run until November 25, showcasing the talent and competitive spirit of chess players from across the Arab region.