Al-Tabtabaei: Reading is a Fundamental Pillar for Building a Conscious and Educated Generation

Minister of Education, Engineer Sayed Jalal Al-Tabatabai, received a delegation from the Arab Reading Challenge team participating in its tenth season in 2026, and honored the winning and outstanding students, the school, and the supervisor who achieved top rankings, commending Kuwait’s achievements that reflect students’ excellence and the education system’s commitment to promoting a culture of reading and knowledge. Al-Tabatabai emphasized that the advanced results achieved by Kuwaiti students at the Arab level represent a source of pride and honor for the Ministry of Education, noting that supporting cultural initiatives, particularly the Arab Reading Challenge, falls within the priorities of developing education and building a conscious, educated generation equipped with critical thinking, analytical, and creative skills. He clarified that the ministry continues to support outstanding students and provide an educational environment that fosters creativity, specifically praising the achievements of students with disabilities, whose exceptional capabilities underscore the importance of equal opportunities for all students. Among those honored were student Abdullah Hamoud Al-Mutairi, who secured fourth place Arab-wide in the category for students with disabilities, and student Noura Osama Al-Kandari, who ranked among the top ten in the competition. Al-Yarmouk Secondary School achieved second place in the Outstanding School Award, while teacher Badour Faleh Al-Lasaaq claimed third place in the Outstanding Supervisor Award.