Chinese Ambassador: New Strategic Project with Kuwait Soon

The Chinese Ambassador to Kuwait, Yang Xin, announced that the project for the Port of Mishref has entered the implementation phase, affirming the continuation of talks with Kuwait regarding several other strategic projects between the two countries.

Speaking on the sidelines of a reception hosted by the embassy to mark the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, Ambassador Yang stated that “a new contract related to one of these strategic projects will be signed in the coming days,” without disclosing details at this time. He noted that economic cooperation between the two countries is advancing steadily.

He added that “Chinese-Kuwaiti relations are witnessing rapid development across various levels, coinciding with the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries.” He pointed out that “bilateral cooperation is gaining significant momentum, driven by the close relations between the leaderships of both countries and the continuous expansion of partnership in economic and developmental fields.” He emphasized that “the current phase focuses on implementing major projects in Kuwait, and we are confident that the coming years will open broader horizons for cooperation between the two countries.”

Regarding the food security file, the Ambassador clarified that he held positive discussions with Kuwaiti officials addressing food security, water resources, and sustainable development. He explained that “the Chinese side proposed exchanging visits between government bodies and relevant experts, alongside enhancing cooperation in establishing major logistical facilities in Kuwait. China is ready to provide its technical expertise and support in this field, contributing to strengthening food security and achieving sustainable development.”

Ambassador Yang affirmed that “military relations between Kuwait and China have seen good and stable cooperation for years, with ongoing collaboration between the armed forces of both countries, and Beijing looks forward to expanding this cooperation in the coming phase.”

Concerning the Arab-China Summit, he clarified that his country will host the Second Arab-China Summit, noting that its date will be determined later following improvements in the regional situation. The summit will be held concurrently with the strategic dialogue between China and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, according to agreed arrangements.

In his speech during the reception, attended by Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Asian Affairs, Minister Plenipotentiary Nawaf Al-Ahmad, and Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for International Organizations, Ambassador Sadiq Maqrhi, as well as Sheikh Abdullah Al-Nasser, Yang emphasized that “China continues its efforts aimed at achieving a ceasefire and restoring peace.” He noted that “President Xi Jinping has put forward a series of initiatives and visions aimed at supporting permanent security and stability in the Middle East and Gulf region, and enhancing political and diplomatic solutions to crises.”