Minister of Youth and Sports Honors Several Kuwaiti Youths for Achievements in Various Sports and Scientific Fields

Kuwait’s Minister of State for Youth and Sports Affairs, Dr. Tariq Al-Jalahma, honored a number of Kuwaiti youth in various sports and scientific fields who have raised Kuwait’s name at international forums, on Sunday at the headquarters of the Public Authority for Youth and Sports, in the presence of their parents and supervisors.

In a press statement on this occasion, Minister Al-Jalahma emphasized the Authority’s commitment to continuing its support for Kuwaiti youth across various sports and scientific domains, and to providing a suitable environment for honing their skills and motivating them to achieve further successes that reflect Kuwait’s bright image on the international stage.

He clarified that this recognition comes within the framework of the Authority’s dedication to nurturing and encouraging national talents, while also underscoring the role of the family in supporting the journey of Kuwaiti youth toward further achievements in upcoming competitions.

The honors included the accomplishments of the Kuwait national table tennis team, which won multiple medals at the West Asian Women’s Championship held in Jordan, as well as the World’s Strongest Man Championship in South Africa, where the national team secured an honorable silver medal for Kuwait. The ceremony also recognized the achievements of the Kuwait national bowling team, which shone at Asian championships, winning a variety of medals that enhanced Kuwait’s standing in the sport.

On the scientific front, the event celebrated the achievements of students from the Ministry of Education who participated in the International Earth Science Olympiad held in Turin, Italy, where they won eight scientific medals, further strengthening Kuwait’s position in global academic forums.