Ministry of Communications discusses latest developments in Google Cloud's data center project with relevant authorities - Sarmad

(KUNA) – The Public Authority for Communications and Information Technology (PACTI) held a meeting on Thursday, chaired by Board Chairman Dr. Khaled Al-Zamil, to review the latest developments regarding Google Cloud’s data center project in Kuwait and the associated infrastructure requirements.

In a statement to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), the Authority noted that the meeting was attended by Acting Deputy Minister of Public Works Kifaya Al-Najdi, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for the Electrical Transmission Networks Sector at the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, Engineer Faisal Al-Samit, Shaima Al-Turkiti, Regional Manager for Google Cloud in Kuwait, along with representatives from participating entities and specialists from the Authority.

The Authority added that the meeting addressed the progress of construction works for Google Cloud’s data centers in Kuwait, which are scheduled to be built in locations within the South Al-Mutlaa residential area, the Jabir Al-Ahmad residential area, and the Salhiya agricultural area. The discussions also covered the project’s infrastructure needs, their readiness status, and the necessary steps and requirements to complete the works in accordance with established plans.

It was further reported that the meeting discussed coordination mechanisms between the Authority, relevant government entities, and the Google Cloud team, as well as follow-up on requirements linked to project implementation, aiming to accelerate work progress and support the timely completion of the project within approved frameworks and plans.

The Authority highlighted in its statement that participants commended the efforts undertaken by relevant government entities and the high level of cooperation and joint coordination among them to support the project’s completion. They emphasized the importance of integrating government efforts to support and expedite the implementation of strategic projects in the communications and information technology sector, thereby contributing to the development of digital infrastructure and enhancing Kuwait’s standing in this sector.