S Jaishankar Meets Kuwaiti Crown Prince to Boost India-Kuwait Ties

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, the Crown Prince of Kuwait, to explore ways to strengthen the relationship between India and Kuwait. Jaishankar highlighted the long-standing bonds of goodwill between the two nations and noted the ongoing expansion of their contemporary partnership.

In a post on X, Jaishankar expressed his honor in meeting the Crown Prince and conveyed greetings from India’s President and Prime Minister. He thanked Sheikh Sabah for his guidance and insights on advancing bilateral ties, noting the steady growth of their partnership.

Upon his arrival in Kuwait, Jaishankar was warmly greeted by Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya. He expressed his appreciation for the reception and looked forward to further meetings with Kuwaiti leaders. Jaishankar shared photos of his arrival on social media, emphasizing his eagerness for the day’s engagements.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that Jaishankar’s visit would allow for a review of various aspects of the bilateral relationship, including political, trade, investment, energy, security, and cultural ties. Discussions will also cover regional and international issues of mutual interest.

This visit follows a tragic fire in Kuwait’s Mangaf area in June, which resulted in the deaths of 45 Indians from several states, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and others. The visit is expected to address and strengthen cooperation on such consular matters as well.