Minister of Social Affairs: Expanding Horizons for Partnerships with Turkey
Minister of Social Affairs Dr. Amthal Al-Huwail and the appointed Turkish Ambassador Jan Oguz affirmed the strength of bilateral relations and the need to expand partnerships in defense, economy, and tourism.
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May Al-Suqoor - Minister of Social Affairs, Family, and Child Development Dr. Amthal Al-Huwaila affirmed the strength of Kuwaiti-Turkish relations and the shared commitment to strengthening ties, expanding the scope of bilateral partnerships, and enhancing cooperation for the benefit of both countries and to fulfill the aspirations of the two friendly peoples. This statement was made on the sidelines of the Turkish Embassy’s celebration in Kuwait last Thursday, marking the 103rd anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic, attended by senior officials and heads of diplomatic missions.
Al-Huwaila conveyed Kuwait’s congratulations from its leadership, government, and people to the Turkish Republic, emphasizing the deep historical ties between the two countries and their continuous development and close cooperation across various fields.
For his part, the newly appointed Turkish Ambassador to Kuwait, Jan Oguz, stated that Kuwaiti-Turkish relations are rooted in a solid history of friendship, brotherhood, and solidarity. He stressed Turkey’s commitment to supporting Kuwait’s security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, and to continuing to enhance strategic partnership between the two countries across various sectors.
Regarding regional developments, the ambassador affirmed that Turkey has mobilized its capabilities to support its partners in the Gulf region in maintaining their security. He noted that Turkey strongly condemned the attacks targeting Kuwait and reiterated its steadfast commitment to supporting and backing Kuwait. He emphasized that Turkey will continue to stand by its strategic partner, Kuwait, supporting its security and territorial integrity, and expressed appreciation for the sacrifices of those who lost their lives in those attacks.
He highlighted the significant opportunities to expand cooperation in defense, healthcare, tourism, agriculture, and trade, noting that Kuwait’s acquisition of “Bayraktar TB2” drones has opened a new chapter in bilateral defense cooperation.
He added that Turkish companies contribute to economic development in Kuwait, while Kuwaiti investors continue to explore opportunities in Turkey, coinciding with an increasing number of Kuwaitis visiting the country to enjoy its tourism, cultural, and natural attractions.
He pointed out that the completion of Terminal 2 at Kuwait International Airport, being implemented by a Turkish company, will enhance air connectivity between the two countries and bolster Kuwait’s aviation capabilities at both regional and international levels.
