On March 4, 2025, the Cabinet met under Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Sabah, celebrating Ramadan and discussing diplomatic matters regarding Palestine. A strategic partnership with Microsoft was established to enhance Kuwait’s technological capabilities and workforce training. The Cabinet reviewed the annual development plan for 2025-2026, ensuring progress in economic matters.
On March 4, 2025, the Cabinet convened for its weekly meeting at Bayan Palace, presided over by Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah. Following the meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs, Sherida Abdullah Al-Muasherji, addressed the media, commencing with congratulations to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and the Crown Prince, Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, on the advent of Ramadan.
The Cabinet offered prayers for blessings and prosperity for Kuwait and the wider Islamic and Arab nations. They were briefed on the Crown Prince’s forthcoming visit to Egypt, where he will head Kuwait’s delegation at an extraordinary Arab Summit addressing the Palestinian issue. This summit aims to unify Arab support for Palestinian rights.
Discussions included messages received by His Highness the Amir from leaders of various nations, emphasizing the importance of strengthening bilateral relations and cooperative efforts across multiple fields. Furthermore, the Cabinet examined a strategic partnership presentation by Minister of State for Communications Affairs, Omar Saud Al-Omar, regarding a collaboration with Microsoft.
This agreement will facilitate the establishment of key facilities, including an advanced artificial intelligence data center and a Cloud Computing Center of Excellence. In addition, Kuwait will launch a rehabilitation initiative aimed at equipping the national workforce with skills in artificial intelligence in response to labor market trends. The Cabinet commended Minister Al-Omar and the overseeing committee for their endeavors.
Lastly, the Cabinet reviewed recommendations from the Ministerial Committee for Economic Affairs concerning the annual development plan for 2025-2026, as presented by the General Secretariat of the Supreme Council for Planning and Development. The Cabinet directed the General Secretariat to collaborate with relevant parties to resolve any challenges impeding the plan’s implementation.
The Cabinet’s recent meeting highlighted significant developments in Kuwait’s diplomatic and economic initiatives, including the celebration of Ramadan, strategic partnerships with Microsoft, and the focus on cooperative Arab support for Palestine. The discussions on enhancing workforce skills in artificial intelligence reflect a proactive approach to future labor market demands. Overall, Kuwait is making strides to improve its international relations and domestic capabilities.
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