Strengthening Kuwaiti-Qatari Cooperation in Developing Humanitarian Work Areas

This came in a statement by Al-Mughams to KUNA, following his visit to the headquarters of the Qatar Red Crescent Society in the capital, Doha, and his meeting with Mohammed Al-Bushra, Assistant Secretary-General for the Communications and Resource Development Sector at the Qatar Red Crescent Society, during which ways to enhance cooperation and exchange expertise between the two sides were discussed in several areas of mutual interest.

Al-Mughams said that the relations binding the Kuwait Red Crescent Society and its Qatari counterpart are based on a track record rich in cooperation and joint coordination, emphasizing the commitment to developing these ties and benefiting from the expertise and experiences of both sides to serve shared humanitarian objectives.

He clarified that the meeting addressed several topics related to humanitarian work, particularly in the fields of communications and humanitarian media, and resource development, in addition to exchanging expertise and practices that contribute to improving institutional performance and strengthening the capacity of National Societies to convey their humanitarian message and expand the impact of their programs and projects.

Al-Mughams added that the current stage, and the increasing humanitarian crises and challenges facing the region and the world, require greater coordination and integration of efforts among Gulf Red Crescent Societies, commending the role played by the Qatar Red Crescent Society and its humanitarian and relief efforts.

He pointed out that the Kuwait Red Crescent Society is keen to expand cooperation areas with its counterparts in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and exchange successful expertise and experiences, thereby enhancing joint Gulf humanitarian work and contributing to reaching the most vulnerable groups efficiently and effectively.

During the visit, Al-Mughams was briefed on several facilities of the Qatar Red Crescent Society and the operational mechanisms employed, and listened to explanations regarding several programs and systems used to support humanitarian work, communications, and operations management.

Dr. Mohammed Al-Mutairi, Advisor to the Kuwait Red Crescent Society, accompanied Al-Mughams during the visit. The meeting was also attended by several leaders of the Qatar Red Crescent Society, including Ahmed Al-Jassim, Acting Assistant Secretary-General for Support Services, and Hussein Al-Ali, Assistant Secretary-General for Volunteering and Local Development.