Kuwait city: The State of Kuwait has experienced several significant events over the years, marking its development and contribution to various fields. On this day in 1988, Kuwait Amir Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah signed a decree to establish the Farwaniya Governorate, which became the nation’s fifth district. This addition was a step towards better administrative organization within the country.
According to Kuwait News Agency, in 1997, the establishment of the Wataniya mobile company marked a significant advancement in telecommunications for Kuwait, being the second firm of its kind. Operations for the company began in 1999, indicating a growing demand for mobile services. The same year saw Adla Al-Roumi achieve international success by winning the third European weightlifting championship for Women with Special Needs, held in Slovakia.
In 2001, the nation mourned the loss of Khaled Saud Al-Zaid, a prominent literary figure, who passed away at the age of 64. His contributions to literature were widely recognized and celebrated. Fast forward to 2008, Yousef Al-Abdulrazzak emerged victorious in the world Jet Ski tournament, securing the 800-meter category title in the US, showcasing Kuwait’s talent in international sports.
The year 2010 saw Kuwait contributing to cultural initiatives by donating three million euros to the Paris-based Arab World Institute. This donation aimed to support the spread of Arab culture across Europe, particularly in France. In 2014, at the Cairo Conference, Kuwait announced a substantial aid package of USD 200 million for the reconstruction of Gaza.
Further developments in Kuwait’s healthcare infrastructure were marked by the inauguration of the new Al-Razi Hospital in 2015 in the Al-Sabah Health District. The hospital includes 10 wards, operation theaters, and departments for radiology and physiotherapy. In the realm of sports, 2020 witnessed Kuwait’s Abdullah Al-Fadhel winning the Jet Ski Super Stock World Championship in Arizona, US.
In a significant move towards gender inclusivity, 2021 saw Kuwait’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Sabah announcing the opening of military service registration for Kuwaiti women, allowing them to work in medical and supporting services within the military.