Kuwait aspires to be the Middle East’s financial hub by 2035 and has pledged support for 200,000 out-of-school children in Nigeria. This was announced by Ambassador Salim Khalifa Almuzayen during Kuwait’s National and Liberation Day celebrations. Both countries enjoy a historical relationship dating back to the 1960s, and Kuwait’s educational policies reflect its commitment to inclusive governance and regional cooperation.
The State of Kuwait aims to position itself as the financial, commercial, and cultural hub of the Middle East by the year 2035. In support of educational initiatives, the nation has pledged backing for 200,000 out-of-school children in Nigeria. This announcement was made by Mr. Salim Khalifa Almuzayen, Kuwait’s Ambassador to Nigeria, during the celebrations marking the 64th National Day and the 34th Liberation Day of Kuwait in Abuja.
During the event, Ambassador Almuzayen emphasized Kuwait’s commitment to a foreign policy centered on moderation and the importance of global support in achieving its objectives. He highlighted that Kuwait’s constitution encourages inclusive participation in governance, a practice that continues to be a point of pride for the nation. “We would like to refer to the democratic system that distinguished my country since its inception based on a constitution that provides people participation in decision-making” – Mr. Salim Khalifa Almuzayen.
The Ambassador also reflected on the historical ties between Kuwait and Nigeria, tracing their relationship back to the 1960s, which was exemplified by the establishment of the Al-Sabah School in Kaduna State. This milestone underlines the deep-rooted connections and the potential for further collaborative efforts. “I will like to commend the excellent and historical bilateral relations… which reflected the depth of these historical relations and showed further prospective to develop new horizons for cooperation in various areas” – Mr. Salim Khalifa Almuzayen.
Ambassador Almuzayen announced that approximately 200,000 Nigerian children will benefit from the “Reaching Out-of-School Children” project, funded by Kuwait in conjunction with UNICEF. This initiative aims to support educational access for children to help alleviate the issue of education deprivation in Nigeria. “In this context, I would like to mention the ambitious and pioneer project funded by Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development” – Mr. Salim Khalifa Almuzayen.
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, recognized the evolving diplomatic relationship since its inception in 1971, which has matured into ambassadorial representation and collaboration in various sectors. Adeolu Okenla, representing Tuggar, acknowledged Kuwait’s contributions to regional peace and development, particularly within the Gulf Cooperation Council. “Nigeria commends the State of Kuwait for its contribution to regional peace and development in the Middle East region” – Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar.
Furthermore, the minister praised Kuwait’s free education policy, commending its substantial adult literacy rate of 96.46 percent, which reflects the nation’s commitment to education. The significant achievements in diplomatic relations between Kuwait and Nigeria signify a desire for continued policy discussions and partnerships to address shared challenges in the region.
In summary, Kuwait is making strides towards becoming a key Middle Eastern hub by 2035 and has committed to supporting education for 200,000 out-of-school children in Nigeria. Both nations enjoy a long-standing relationship, which has been highlighted through historical ties and collaborative initiatives such as the partnership with UNICEF. The dedication of Kuwait to inclusive governance and education serves as a model for similar cooperative efforts globally.
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