14th session of the Kuwait-Egypt Joint Committee convenes in Kuwait

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 Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad in the Arab Republic of Egypt, Dr. Badr Abdelatty, 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, building on a solid history, 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 between nations.

He emphasized the continued effort to achieve the shared objectives and aspirations befitting the strategic partnership envisioned 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 arduous efforts, coordinated with its 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 countries in the region since February last year.

He reiterated his appreciation for the steadfast position of the Arab Republic of Egypt in standing alongside its brothers and showing solidarity with them against baseless 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 continued contributions to Arab and Islamic work as an unceasing flow like the Nile.

The joint commission’s sessions reviewed 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 them and take them to new horizons of close cooperation and integration, reflecting the shared desire to develop and consolidate Kuwaiti-Egyptian relations at all levels.

During the commission’s sessions, the latest developments on the regional and international scenes were discussed, along with the efforts made regarding them and ways to enhance joint cooperation to address current challenges in the region.

The joint commission’s work concluded with the signing of the minutes of the 14th session of the commission 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: (The 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), (The Executive Program between the Government of the State of Kuwait and the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt on Cooperation in the Cultural and Artistic Field for the years 2027–2029), and (The 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).

Furthermore, the following were signed: (The Executive Program for the Agreement on Mutual Assistance and Cooperation in Customs Affairs between the Government of the State of Kuwait and the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt), and (The Executive Program for 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 Organization for Standards and Quality and the General Authority for Export and Import Control, on Scientific and Technical Cooperation in the Field of Standards and Metrology and Mutual Recognition of Conformity Assessment Certificates and Procedures).

Sheikh Jaraah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah hosted a luncheon in honor of Dr. Badr Abdel Ati and his accompanying delegation.