Kuwait: Kuwait has achieved a significant milestone by halting the active transmission of measles and rubella for a continuous period of 12 months. This achievement aligns with an announcement by the World Health Organization (WHO), attributing the success to high vaccine coverage and enhanced disease surveillance within the country, as stated by the Minister of Health.
According to Kuwait News Agency, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah chaired the 129th meeting of the Supreme Petroleum Council at Bayan Palace. Additionally, the Minister of Information, Culture, and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi inaugurated the 31st edition of the Qurain Cultural Festival, demonstrating Kuwait's commitment to cultural development.
In the realm of international relations, Kuwait's Assistant Foreign Minister for Human Rights reiterated the nation's dedication to implementing international recommendations, emphasizing the involvement of civil society organizations in preparing national human rights reports. Meanwhile, Kuwaiti Ambassador to Iraq Hassan Zaman met with Iraqi National Security Adviser Qassem Al-Araji to explore ways to enhance bilateral relations.
On the technological and economic front, Armenia's First Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry Gevorg Mantashyan expressed Armenia's eagerness to expand economic cooperation with Kuwait, aiming to establish sustainable partnerships. Furthermore, Kuwait's Information Minister Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi announced the recipients of an annual award that celebrates outstanding talent in the national media industry.
In regards to maritime security, the Ministry of Interior, represented by the General Directorate of Coast Guard, reported the capture of a speedboat with three Iranian nationals involved in armed robbery and maritime piracy. This action underscores Kuwait's commitment to maintaining maritime safety and security.
In sports administration, the Executive Office of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) appointed the President of the Kuwait Olympic Committee Sheikh Fahad Nasser Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah as Vice President of its Council for the West Asia region, reflecting Kuwait's growing influence in regional sports governance.