Kuwait and Egypt: Signing 8 memorandums and executive programs

Today, Sunday, the 14th session of the Kuwaiti-Egyptian Joint Commission convened in the State of Kuwait. The Kuwaiti side was chaired by Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jaraah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, while the Egyptian side was chaired by Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad of the Arab Republic of Egypt, with the attendance of several senior officials from both sides.

In his address, Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jaraah Al-Sabah stated that this year marks the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, reflecting a solid historical foundation, continuous civilizational and cultural ties, and political and economic cooperation that continues to record chapters of close and constructive collaboration, serving as a model for cooperation among nations. He emphasized the continued effort to achieve the shared objectives and aspirations befitting the strategic partnership sought by the leaders and peoples of the two brotherly countries.

He added that the State of Kuwait views the Arab Republic of Egypt as an important and effective element in joint Arab action and a fundamental pillar of regional security and stability. Kuwait appreciates Egypt’s tireless efforts, coordinated with brothers and friends, particularly its initiatives aimed at overcoming current challenges by prioritizing dialogue and finding diplomatic and humanitarian solutions to regional issues, especially the crisis that has affected all regional countries since February last year.

He renewed his appreciation for the steadfast position of the Arab Republic of Egypt in standing alongside its brothers and showing solidarity with them in the face of unjust aggression. He also commended Egypt’s active role regarding the situations in the Gaza Strip, the Republic of the Sudan, and the State of Libya, describing Egypt’s continuous contributions to Arab and Islamic action as an unbroken flow like its Nile.

The joint commission’s sessions featured a review of the strong fraternal relations between the two countries and their peoples, as well as vital and important areas of cooperation, and discussed ways to enhance and advance these ties to new horizons of close cooperation and integration, reflecting the shared desire to develop and consolidate Kuwaiti-Egyptian relations at all levels.

During the sessions, the latest developments on the regional and international scenes were discussed, along with the efforts made in this regard and ways to enhance joint cooperation to address current regional challenges.

The joint commission’s work concluded with the signing of the minutes of the 14th session and the following documents: (Memorandum of Understanding on Participation in International Exhibitions and Markets), (Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation between the Government of the State of Kuwait and the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt in the Field of Economic Zones and Free Zones), and (Memorandum of Understanding between the Civil Aviation Authorities of the State of Kuwait and the Arab Republic of Egypt).

Additionally, the following were signed: (Executive Program for Vocational Training between the Government of the State of Kuwait and the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt for the years 2027-2028), (Executive Program between the Government of the State of Kuwait and the Arab Republic of Egypt on Cooperation in the Cultural and Artistic Fields for the years 2027-2029), and (Executive Program for Cooperation between the Government of the State of Kuwait and the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt in the Field of Education for the years 2027-2029).

The Executive Program of the Agreement on Mutual Assistance and Cooperation in Customs Matters between the Government of the State of Kuwait and the Arab Republic of Egypt, as well as the Executive Program of the Bilateral Agreement between the Government of the State of Kuwait, represented by the Public Authority for Industry, and the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt, represented by the Egyptian General Organization for Standards and Quality and the General Authority for Supervision of Exports and Imports, concerning scientific and technical cooperation in the field of standards and metrology and mutual recognition of conformity assessment certificates and procedures, were also signed. Sheikh Jaraah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah hosted a luncheon in honor of Dr. Badr Abdel-Atty and his accompanying delegation.