Ambassador Al-Zein Al-Sabah: Kuwait-U.S. partnership is solid

Kuwait’s Ambassador to the United States, Sheikha Al-Zein Al-Sabah, reaffirmed on Friday Kuwait’s commitment to innovation and economic diversification amid rapid regional changes.

Her remarks came during a roundtable discussion organized by the Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C., on how Kuwait is addressing the ongoing Iranian aggression and its economic repercussions for the country.

She highlighted the impact of the crisis on Kuwait, the enduring U.S.-Kuwaiti partnership spanning decades, and the nation’s resilience during this challenging period.

She discussed the economic costs of the conflict alongside ongoing opportunities, emphasizing the recent announcement of a $16 billion pipeline deal between the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation and U.S. companies, marking the largest foreign direct investment in Kuwait’s history.

Ambassador Al-Zein Al-Sabah also underscored Kuwait’s focus on innovation and economic diversification, ranging from artificial intelligence to healthcare and other sectors, aiming to build a promising future for the country’s youth.