Minister of Education: Al-Khalidi and Al-Gharib's election to two leadership positions at ALECSO reflects Kuwait's status and trust in its national competencies

Kuwait City, 13 November (KUNA) — Education Minister Sayed Jalal Al-Tabtabaee sent congratulations today, Friday, to Assistant Undersecretary for Administrative, Financial, and Technical Affairs at the ministry, Mohammed Al-Khalidi, and to Dr. Tariq Al-Gharib, following Al-Khalidi’s election as Chairman of the Executive Board of the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO) and Al-Gharib’s appointment as Assistant Director-General.

The message came during Minister Al-Tabtabaee’s reception of Al-Khalidi, Al-Gharib, and their accompanying delegation at Kuwait International Airport, upon their return after participating in the general conference of ALECSO held in the Omani capital, Muscat.

In a statement, Al-Tabtabaee affirmed that this achievement represents a national milestone and a source of pride and honor for the State of Kuwait, reflecting the confidence that sister Arab countries place in Kuwaiti competencies, as well as their expertise and capabilities that qualify them to assume leadership roles and contribute to the development of Arab educational, cultural, and scientific work.

He noted that this success is the fruit of the high-level support and patronage afforded to Kuwaiti talents by the political leadership, which is keen on enhancing Kuwait’s standing at regional and international forums and empowering its nationals to assume leadership positions and participate actively in decision-making processes. He added that this trend reflects confidence in national capacities and their ability to represent the country, contribute to realizing its aspirations, and strengthen its Arab and international presence.

Al-Tabtabaee praised the role played by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in supporting Kuwaiti nominations, highlighting the diplomatic efforts, coordination, and communication with sister Arab countries, as well as the mobilization of necessary support to ensure their success. He expressed his appreciation for their cooperation and backing, emphasizing that this success embodies the integration of national efforts among state institutions and teamwork in achieving accomplishments that enhance Kuwait’s status and interests.

He clarified that the election of Engineer Mohammed Al-Khalidi as Chairman of the Executive Board provides an important opportunity to contribute to developing institutional work mechanisms within the organization, strengthening governance, improving performance efficiency, and following up on the implementation of decisions. Meanwhile, Dr. Tariq Al-Gharib’s appointment as Assistant Director-General adds to the pool of Kuwaiti competencies and expertise in the organization’s executive management and supports its efforts in implementing its programs and initiatives. (End) M.A.R. / R.J.