Kuwait city: Kuwait has witnessed several significant milestones over the years, shaping its governance, culture, and development landscape. One of the pivotal moments in Kuwait’s history was when Amir Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah signed a monetary law decree specifying the national currency as the Kuwaiti Dinar. This decree also led to the establishment of the Kuwait Monetary Council, tasked with the mandate to issue the Kuwaiti Dinar.
According to Kuwait News Agency, another crucial development occurred in 1990 when Amir Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah signed a decree aimed at protecting the funds of both citizens and expatriates residing in Kuwait. This move underscored the government’s commitment to safeguarding the financial interests of all its residents.
In 2002, a significant step towards reconciliation was taken when Iraq began returning Kuwait’s national archive, which had been stolen during the 1990-91 invasion and occupation. The return included 30 boxes of documents from Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior, marking a positive turn in Kuwait-Iraq relations.
Fast forward to 2008, the Central Agency for Information Technology (CAIT) launched the first phase of Kuwait E-gate, marking the country’s strides towards implementing a full-fledged e-government project. This initiative was a testament to Kuwait’s focus on modernizing its administrative processes and enhancing public service delivery.
The year 2010 was notable for the establishment of two significant educational institutions through Amiri decrees. The College of Architecture at Kuwait University and the Kuwait Academy for Arts, which comprises the Higher Institute for Dramatic Arts and the Higher Institute for Music Arts, were founded, signifying a commitment to advancing education and fostering cultural development.
Moreover, 2010 was marked by the passing of renowned Kuwaiti actor Ghanem Al-Saleh at the age of 68. Al-Saleh was a celebrated figure in Kuwait’s theater and acting scene, having starred in numerous plays, movies, television shows, dramas, and comedies, leaving a lasting legacy in the cultural domain.
In 2014, Kuwait’s contribution to international development was highlighted when the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development (KFAED) signed a deal with Nicaragua to lend USD 30 million for the renovation and equipping of a hospital, showcasing Kuwait’s ongoing commitment to supporting global humanitarian efforts.