Kuwait's Message to All

This slogan was launched by Sheikh Mubarak, may God have mercy on him, during his visit to Bahrain while discussing the (Gulf Arab Emirates) and the developments facing them. Arab unity has a specific sequence, context, and political follow-through, as the princes at that time faced similar challenges and problems, such as British and Ottoman interference, tribal conflicts, country unification, internal fronts, as well as weak financial and human resources, security of seas, ports, and customs, and continuous Persian pressures. Consequently, each ruler of the Gulf states largely faced these challenges individually. When Sheikh Mubarak launched this slogan, its echo resonated successively in Kuwaiti government policy.

This slogan and its contents remain among the (constants), which are stronger than the (variables) in the neighborhood relations of Gulf states. This is because the constant remains present across time, while the variable changes with changes in individuals and circumstances. The constant defines the framework within which the variables operate.

The influence of the constant strengthens with the accumulation of time, remaining firm as mountains, and becoming more impactful than any transient event, regardless of its intensity or severity. However, it is regrettable what we see and hear on some social media platforms: some clips are fabricated, while others attempt to sour relations among Gulf states or try to (fish in troubled waters), exploiting the global and regional circumstances that the Gulf Cooperation Council states are passing through. This naturally includes (Yemen, Iraq, Turkey, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, and Egypt), given their shared contiguous borders and common national security.

Despite the sensitivity of the circumstances and the diversity of variables, the constants that have been entrenched throughout history remain the strongest foundation against any new developments. They are the basis and foundation upon which relations were established in the past and present. I can summarize them in (five principles) that took root in the depths of history between 1896 and 1915 AD, during which Sheikh Mubarak, may God have mercy on him, solidified his relations with the rulers of the Gulf in turn:

Imam Abdul Rahman bin Faisal Al Saud, then his son King Abdulaziz in Najd; Sheikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa in Bahrain; Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani in Qatar, then his son Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim; Sultan Faisal bin Turki Al Said in Oman, then Sultan Taimur bin Faisal; and the rulers of the Emirates, including Sheikh Khalifa Al Nahyan and his son Zayed in Abu Dhabi, and Sheikh Maktoum bin Hasher Al Maktoum in Dubai.

All of this is documented in the British report that holds a complete file titled (Koweit relations with Bahrain), covering the period 1906–1920 AD. The report also notes that these relations cool down and then return, and that disputes arise regarding spheres of influence and interests before returning to their previous strength. This is natural in international relations according to the circumstances of each stage. It is a difference of diversity, not a difference of contradiction, because it occurs within the Gulf house, not outside it.

Thus, the Arabian Gulf remains an oasis of security and safety, and a global economic and commercial artery, free from monopoly or harm. This can only be achieved by the grace of God Almighty, followed by unity; for unity is strength.