Kuwait condemns Zionist crimes, double standard
Kuwait deemed the double-standard approach and silence over Zionist occupation crimes against Palestinians as unacceptable, stressing that international law must be respected by all members of the global community. This came in a speech delivered by second secretary at the Kuwaiti Permanent Mission to the UN headquarters in New York Wafeeqa Al-Mulla to the UNGA late Tuesday. The Kuwaiti diplomat affirmed that human rights violations in various parts of the world required from the international community an unwavering stance against such crimes.
She reiterated Kuwait’s utter condemnation of occupation’s horrific crimes in the Gaza Strip, Palestine, and Lebanon, saying that it reflected the inhumane and aggressive policies of the occupiers. She deemed the Zionist occupation killing of innocent civilians and the destruction of their houses and dwellings as shameless crimes against all of humanity. Al-Mulla called for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and allowing the entry of humanitarian aid as well as holding those behind horrific violations and crimes accountable.
She said that Kuwait welcomed the decision by the Human Rights Council to open an independent investigation into Zionist war crimes, calling on the international community to aid Palestinians against their oppressors. On Lebanon, the Kuwaiti diplomat called for an international effort to stop the occupation from further attacking the fellow Arab state, saying that the aggression against UNIFIL troops was a stark violation of international law. The diplomat reflected her country’s commitment to human rights, saying that Kuwait had submitted this year its sixth review over ending all kinds of discriminations against women in addition to other actions aimed at bolstering human rights globally namely laborers rights. - KUNA
Awqaf promotes Quran recitation
The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs affirmed on Wednesday its endeavor to be a global leader in caring for the people and teaching the Holy Quran through the Kuwait International Award for Quran Memorization, Recitations and Tajweed. This came during a press conference held by the Ministry to announce the launch of the award in its 13th session under the patronage of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah from the 13th to the 20th of November.
Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Award, Dr Bandar Al-Nusafi, told Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that the Ministry is keen on encouraging memorizers of the Book of Allah to study the science of readings and spreading the spirit of positive competition through this competition and highlighting the civilized image of Kuwait. Al-Nusafi explained that the competition has five branches: memorizing the entire Holy Quran, memorizing the Holy Quran according to the ten transmitted readings, recitation and chanting, and memorizing the Quran for young memorizers, in addition to the award for the best technical project. — KUNA
Kuwait sends tons of medicines and relief supplies to Lebanon
The first relief plane – part of the Kuwaiti air bridge took off on Wednesday, heading to Rafiq Hariri Airport with 30 tons of medicines, medical devices, and supplies on board to support the health sector in Lebanon. This was organized by the Ministry of Health in cooperation and coordination with the ministries of Foreign Affairs and Defense, represented by the Kuwaiti Air Force.
The Assistant Foreign Minister for Development and International Cooperation Affairs, Ambassador Hamad Al-Mashaan, told the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) just before takeoff that, based on the leading humanitarian role of Kuwait and on the orders of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the first airlift flights were launched to help the brothers in Lebanon.
Ambassador Al-Mashaan stressed that the implementation of the air bridge comes as a translation of the Cabinet’s decision to coordinate with the ministries of health, finance, foreign affairs, and the Kuwait Red Crescent Society to provide urgent humanitarian assistance to the brothers and sisters in Lebanon in cooperation with the Ministry of Defense amid the aggressions by Zionist occupation aggression against Lebanon.
The implementation of the air bridge is a complement to the country’s firm and principled position in the humanitarian field. The flights will continue over the coming days with the participation of a number of entities, organizations, and associations active in the humanitarian field under the direct supervision of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He reiterated Kuwait’s solidarity and its stand with the Lebanese people.
For his part, the Charge d’Affaires at the embassy of Lebanon to Kuwait, Ahmed Arafa, confirmed to KUNA that Kuwait is one of the leading countries in relief and humanitarian work, deservedly assuming the title of the leading “country of humanity” to help the needy countries around the world. He expressed his thanks to the Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense, represented by the Kuwaiti Air Force, for carrying out such a difficult task. — KUNA
Namaa Charity launches "Teach Me and You Get My Reward" in partnership with the Awqaf Administration
Namaa Charity, part of the Social Reform Association, has announced the launch of the project "Teach Me and You Get My Reward," which aims to empower financially disadvantaged students and orphans to continue their education by covering tuition fees for the academic year 2024-2025. This initiative is in collaboration with the Endowment Fund for Scientific and Social Development, under the General Secretariat of Awqaf, and aims to enhance the conditions set by the benefactors as stipulated in the endowment documents.
In this context, Walid Al-Bassam, head of projects and development sector at Namaa Charity, expressed his pride in the strategic partnership with the Awqaf Administration, stating that the project is part of efforts to reduce educational dropouts and provide sustainable educational opportunities for deserving students. The project aims to assist low-income families in covering tuition fees, with a focus on supporting high-achieving students and enabling them to complete their education, thereby improving the living conditions of these families through the education of their children.
Al-Bassam highlighted the importance of education in the vision of Namaa Charity, which adopts the motto "We care about people." He emphasized that education is the foundation of building societies and advancing nations, and depriving a student of this fundamental right not only affects them but also jeopardizes an entire generation. He expressed deep regret at seeing students deprived of education due to their inability to pay tuition fees, emphasizing that education is the essence of life and the means through which nations achieve progress and prosperity.
Al-Bassam added that Namaa Charity gives utmost importance to the education sector, especially for financially disadvantaged students, orphans, and those with limited income in Kuwait. He pointed out that Namaa Charity supported over 900 students last year and seeks to continue developing this project year after year, stressing the impact of education in shaping a bright future for future generations.
Furthermore, in line with its mission to promote sustainability and localize charitable work, Namaa believes in the importance of developing local humanitarian solutions to meet the needs of Kuwaiti society and empower the most vulnerable groups internally. This commitment is based on establishing practices that rely on national resources and enhancing social solidarity to make Kuwait a leading model in local charitable work through sustainable projects that improve individuals' lives and enhance their capabilities for effective participation in society.
In conclusion, Al-Bassam stated that Namaa is keen for all its initiatives to be rooted in the needs of Kuwaiti society, providing quality support focusing on education, health, and social development, thus enhancing Kuwait's role as a responsible and cohesive society with its citizens. The "Teach Me and You Get My Reward" project is an exemplar of Namaa's commitment to local humanitarian work, aiming to support financially disadvantaged students and help them build their future through education, thereby contributing to the development of national capabilities and achieving sustainable progress in Kuwait.
"Bait Al Khair" distributes food voucher cards to 440 individuals in cooperation with the Ministry of Awqaf
Bait Al Khair Association, in cooperation with the General Secretariat of Awqaf, announced the implementation of the "Sunnah Bank" project, which included the distribution of pre-paid cards to provide food items benefiting about 440 individuals from underprivileged families in Kuwait. Osman Al Thuwaini, director of Bait Al Khair Association, stated that the Association always prioritizes the underprivileged, which is why the "Sunnah Bank" project was launched in cooperation with the General Secretariat of Awqaf. He added that underprivileged Kuwaiti families deserve more support to face living burdens and high prices, and therefore they worked on providing necessary food items through distributing pre-paid cards benefiting 440 individuals, where each person receives around 25 dinars to be spent on food commodities for a full month. Al Thuwaini praised the effective role played by the General Secretariat of Awqaf in supporting the "Sunnah Bank" project, as seen in providing a sum of 11,000 dinars to implement the project, aiming to support underprivileged families and serve the Kuwaiti community. He continued that the project cards were loaded according to the number of individuals in each family, with the card valid only for purchasing food items according to the conditions set by the General Secretariat of Awqaf, to be then delivered to the beneficiaries.
Cooperation agreement between "Al Rasikhoun" and Ibn Khaldun University
In an important step towards enhancing education and academic exchange between educational institutions, the "Al Rasikhoun in Knowledge" association signed a joint cooperation agreement with Ibn Khaldun University for Islamic, Humanitarian, and Administrative Sciences, in the presence and representation of Dr. Abdullah Al-Hazeem, a member of the board of directors of "Al Rasikhoun in Knowledge."
Ayoub Al-Awadi, Deputy Director General of Projects at Al Rasikhoun in Knowledge, said: The agreement aims to develop joint education fields, exchange academic experiences, and organize common educational activities that serve the vision of both parties in spreading Islamic and human sciences and enhancing the role of sustainable education. The agreement reflects the commitment of both institutions to developing joint academic work and providing more diverse and in-depth educational opportunities.
Al-Awadi explained that the agreement aims to cooperate in establishing educational programs, where both parties seek to design and implement a range of educational programs that serve students from various backgrounds, combining Islamic, humanitarian, and administrative sciences. This collaboration aims to provide modern and interactive educational methodologies to help prepare students in line with scientific and societal changes, focusing on deepening the comprehensive understanding of Sharia and administrative sciences and providing high-level educational content.
Al-Awadi also pointed out that the agreement aims to exchange teaching experiences with teaching staff, noting that this item enhances communication between faculty members in both institutions, enabling professors to share best educational practices and the latest developments in the fields of Islamic, humanitarian, and administrative sciences. This contributes to enriching educational content and improving academic performance, and this cooperation is expected to contribute to developing training programs and raising the level of education for both parties.
Al-Awadi emphasized the importance of this agreement, confirming that it represents a model of integration between educational institutions, allowing for effective exchange of experiences and enhancing the capabilities of youth in multiple fields including Sharia and administrative sciences. He added that this partnership helps to root modern sciences and knowledge in a way that is suitable for the needs of the times, opening up broader horizons to serve the community and prepare an informed and qualified generation to serve their country and nation.
Al-Awadi concluded his statement by saying, "This agreement is a significant step towards achieving a comprehensive and advanced education that combines authenticity and modernity." The agreement is expected to enhance the level of academic cooperation between the Al Rasikhoun in Knowledge association and Ibn Khaldun University and contribute to achieving a positive and sustainable impact on students and faculty members alike.
