Deputy Minister of Health Inspects Duties of Sheikh Salem Al-Ali Center for Chemical Defense and Radiation Monitoring at the National Guard

Deputy Minister of Health Sheikh Dr. Salman Khalifa Al-Sabah visited the facilities and capabilities of the “His Highness Sheikh Salem Al-Ali” Center for Chemical Defense and Radiation Monitoring of the National Guard on Tuesday, reviewing its role in monitoring and tracking radiation levels and hazardous materials.

In a press statement, the National Guard said the visit was made by Sheikh Salman Al-Sabah, accompanied by the Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Affairs, Dr. Al-Mundhir Al-Hasawi. They were received by Acting Commander of Military and Security Affairs, Brigadier General Abdullah Saleh, and Director of the Medical Services Directorate, Brigadier General Engineer Mohammed Ali.

The National Guard added that the Deputy Minister of Health received a briefing during the visit on the center’s missions and its national role, through monitoring stations covering the territory of Kuwait and its territorial waters.

Brigadier General Abdullah Saleh conveyed greetings from the National Guard leadership to the visiting delegation, emphasizing the importance of exchanging visits and enhancing cooperation and coordination among state institutions in areas related to health, safety, and prevention of chemical and radiation risks.

The National Guard confirmed, according to the statement, that it continues to carry out its duties in chemical defense and radiation monitoring in collaboration with competent authorities and through the exchange of expertise with the Ministry of Health.