Prime Minister presides over and attends the launch of celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the 'Scientific Progress Foundation'

Under the patronage and attendance of His Highness Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Sabah, Prime Minister, the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) hosted a dinner at the Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Cultural Centre to mark the launch of its celebrations for the 50th anniversary of its establishment, and to honor its journey in supporting science, research, innovation, national capacity building, knowledge dissemination, and development service in the State of Kuwait.

In a press statement on Thursday, the Foundation said that the Prime Minister’s patronage of the occasion and his meeting with its staff reflect his continuous support for the Foundation and its scientific mission, as well as his appreciation for the efforts of its personnel and their contributions to its journey.

It added that this visit strengthens communication with employees and serves as an incentive to continue giving, and to develop programs and initiatives that achieve a tangible impact on society.

The Foundation clarified that the celebration represents a milestone for reviewing its journey since its establishment in 1976, and the achievements it has made in supporting scientific research, nurturing talent, building capacities, and forging scientific partnerships, alongside highlighting the impact of its programs and initiatives on society and its future aspirations.

It noted that this occasion evokes a scientific legacy built by generations of employees, researchers, and partners, with continuous support from the private sector and in collaboration with government, academic, and research entities to serve national priorities.

It pointed out that the celebrations include a program of events and activities that document the key milestones of its journey and its contributions in the fields of science, technology, and innovation, and enhance communication with various segments of society.

The program also provides a platform for dialogue on the role of science and knowledge in facing challenges and building the future.

The Foundation emphasized that celebrating five decades since its establishment combines pride in the achievements attained with renewed commitment to its scientific mission within its strategic priorities (2025–2029) in supporting research, innovation, and capacity building, thereby contributing to empowering future generations and building a prosperous, resilient, and sustainable future.

It is worth noting that the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences was established in December 1976, on the initiative of the late Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, as a private non-profit institution supported by Kuwaiti joint-stock companies, with the aim of advancing science, technology, and innovation and harnessing them to serve society.