Institute of Telecommunications and Navigation: A Rich and Successful Journey

The Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET) celebrated yesterday, Tuesday, the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Higher Institute of Communications and Navigation, honoring its rich journey in building and training generations of national cadres. The event was held at the institute’s theater in the Shuwaikh area.

In his speech during the 60th-anniversary ceremony, PAAET Director General Dr. Hassan Al-Fajam said, “Minds have been shaped and achievements have graduated, shaping the future of our nation. These accomplishments resulted from successful management and the dedication of trainers who believed in creating a promising future for coming generations.” He commended the efforts of all PAAET employees, particularly those at the institute, from 1966 to the present.

He added that fruitful cooperation between PAAET and relevant authorities “has been the key to this success. Without such collaboration and coordination, we would not have the national cadres that everyone proudly sees across various government and private sectors.” He expressed hope for the continuation of this partnership with relevant civil and military entities, noting, “Without their coordination and cooperation with the institutes and colleges under PAAET, we would not have the national cadres we are proud of.”

For her part, Mihnaz Qabazard, Director of the Higher Institute of Communications and Navigation at PAAET, said in her address, “Today we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the institute’s establishment. This celebration is not merely a remembrance of the past, but an honor for the history of a prestigious educational and training institution that, since its founding in 1966, has contributed to building and training generations of national cadres in specialized and vital fields, including communications, computer science, control systems, electricity, electronics, and air and maritime navigation.”

She added, “In 2026, we take pride in the institute’s achievements and developments, as well as its training capabilities, specialized laboratories, and modern simulators that keep pace with technological advancements and labor market demands, thereby enhancing the quality of our training outputs. We reaffirm our commitment to continuing the development of programs and specialties, and strengthening partnerships with state institutions and the private sector.”

She highlighted the importance and role of engaging with global experiences in alignment with Kuwait Vision 2035, which reinforces the institute’s position as a leading institution in applied and technical education and training. She thanked the partners in success from both the government and private sectors, as well as all those who contributed to building this journey and maintaining the institute’s standing. “I extend special thanks to our trainees, male and female, who are the fruit and goal of this journey, and who represent the future of the institute and the nation.”

She concluded, “Sixty years of contribution and achievement have passed, and our journey continues toward a more distinguished and creative future. We are proud of our past, cherish our present, and look confidently to a future befitting our institute’s history and status. May God protect Kuwait and perpetuate upon it the blessings of security, progress, and prosperity under the guidance of our wise leadership.”

The event included an exhibition showcasing all departments and specialties of the Higher Institute of Communications and Navigation, alongside a documentary film highlighting the institute’s achievements and its role in training national technical cadres.