Day: 3 October 2024

A Saudi Arabia-hosted global cybersecurity forum represents a chance for attendees to share their knowledge on the matter with one another, the chief of Kuwat’s cybersecurity center Mohammad Bureki said on Thursday.

Given the magnitude of the global gathering, the Kuwaiti official expected the event to be instrumental in allowing participants to keep abreast of the latest information pertaining to cybersecurity efforts, saying he shared his country’s views on the need to protect utilities from potential cyberattacks.

Kuwait’s participation in the gathering is a testament to the growing significance of cybersecurity on a national level and beyond, in addition to the need to further develop the necessary skills to deal with the pressing matter, the official underlined, thanking the Gulf Arab kingdom for hosting the initiative.

Source: Kuwait News Agency

His Highness the Amir’s representative stressed that failure to bring Israel, which is an occupying forces, to accountability has emboldened it to commit more crimes and expand its aggression, a thing which “we have already warned of and its consequences on the region’s countries”.

He cited the heinous aggression on Lebanon, where Israeli occupying forces have killed hundreds of people and injured thousands in a blatant breach of all international norms and laws,’ as clear-cut and unequivocal paradigm in this regard.

His Highness Sheikh Sabah Khaled reiterated the vehement condemnation and denunciation of such crimes, while standing side by side with the Lebanese people against anything that could undermine their country’s sovereignty and stability.

In this context, he called on the Asian continent to come up with a decisive and open stance defending justice, human conscience, the right of the peoples of Palestine and the region to freedom, dignity and peace.

Regarding the third summit of the Asian Cooper
ation Dialogue (ACD), His Highness the Amir’s representative said: “Our summit, held today under the theme: ‘Sports Diplomacy’, is considered a significant tool in public diplomacy and some sort of soft power that is able to bring together all peoples, communities and culture.” He underlined that sports is a crucial way of attaining peace and development, and contributing to inculcating and disseminating the values of cooperation, tolerance, solidarity and people-to-people peaceful coexistence.

He cited Qatar’s hosting of the 2022 FIFA World Cup as a significant model of the concept, purposes and noble goals of sports diplomacy thanks to its eye-catching success in brining together peoples, cultures and languages all over the world, as well as in promoting Gulf, Arabic and Islamic culture.

Looking forward to Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the 2034 FIFA World Cup, he hoped that major regional and international sports gatherings hosted by Asian countries would lead to manifesting the continent’s rich cultural dive
rsity to the entire world.

Meanwhile, His Highness the Amir’s Representative emphasized that it is necessary for all Asian countries to work together in an effective and decisive manner in order to address today’s enormous security, political, economic, social and climate challenges and risks, chiefly including diseases, abject poverty, illiteracy and unemployment.

However, he said the continent abounds in stupendous human and financial potential and resources that mark a solid ground for the continent’s countries to defeat various challenges and fulfill their peoples’ expectations and hopes.

In this context, he called on Asian countries to capitalize on their geographical, human and economic potential to achieve the ACD’s six goals of connectivity, science technology and innovation, education and human development, food, water and energy security, culture and tourism and sustainable resources development.

Sheikh Sabah Khaled boasted that the State of Kuwait, since having joined the ACD, has committed its
elf to working with the member states to upgrade dialogue to broader horizons by hosting the first summit in 2012, as well as the headquarters of the forum’s general secretariat only out of eagerness to promote pan-Asian cooperation.

He concluded by restating Kuwait’s commitment to the principles and goals of the gathering, while calling for holding serious and intensive discussions purposed to turn the forum into a regional organization that could address swift challenges and crises the Asian continent is facing.

Source: Kuwait News Agency

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Thursday a cable of congratulations to President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier on his country’s national day on Thursday.

His Highness wished him a long healthy life and more development and prosperity for the people of Germany.

Source: Kuwait News Agency

Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) launched a free medical camp for urinary tract surgery in Marib governorate, central Yemen, on Wednesday. The camp aims to perform 100 surgical interventions at Kari General Hospital in the governorate as part of the “Kuwait by Your Side” campaign, which entered its 10th year.

Director-General of the Ministry of Health and Population Office in the Governorate Ahmed Al-Abadi highlighted the importance of establishing such medical camps to enhance the capabilities of the health sector in the governorate and alleviate the difficulties patients face due to the high waves of displacement.

Al-Abadi extolled Kuwait Amir, government and people for their continuous support of the Yemeni people and the groups they affected during the civil war, especially in the health sector. Deputy Director of Kari General Hospital Ahmed Al-Faqih said the camp will help alleviate patients’ suffering and provide specialized surgical services.

He thanked KRCS for its generous support for this vital
project and the Response Foundation for Relief and Humanitarian Works for its efforts. Mohammed Salim, the Director of the Office of the Response Foundation Marib, which is implementing the project, confirmed that the (KRCS) pays excellent attention to implementing health projects that contribute to changing the lives of many patients.

Salim explained that the camp aims to perform 100 urinary tract surgeries, extract stones, implant ureteral stents, and perform other surgical interventions.

In addition, it will dispense medicines and conduct medical examinations free of charge.

He pointed out that this project comes within the framework of the continuous humanitarian efforts of the Kuwait Red Crescent Society to provide health care to patients in need in Yemen.

Source: Kuwait News Agency

The Palestinian Ministry of Health announced the occurrence of 14 martyrs as a result of the Israeli occupation’s bombing of Tulkarm camp in the West Bank.

For its part, Al Jazeera reported an Israeli raid on the town of Al-Burj Al-Shamali in southern Lebanon.

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

Doha: HE Minister of Culture Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al-Thani emphasized that cultural cooperation among the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states is crucial to confronting cultural challenges in the digital age, where the world becomes more interconnected, and the risk of erasing or overlooking unique cultures grows.

In his speech at the opening of the 28th meeting of GCC ministers of culture, His Excellency highlighted that culture has historically been the thread that preserves the regions heritage, fostering a sense of pride in its identity. He pointed out that culture acts as a safeguard and plays a vital role in human development and the progress of nations, as it shapes thought and life.

HE the minister also discussed the 2020-2030 cultural strategy for GCC countries, which affirms a commitment to Arab-Islamic identity and GCC-specific uniqueness, while also respecting other cultures. His Excellency noted that cultural activities in the Gulf reflect the success of this strategy in creating an en
vironment conducive to creativity and enabling cultural figures to contribute to society. His Excellency referenced the fifth edition of the Gulf Narration Forum, recently held in Doha, as a testament to the growing interest in narrative writing, which reflects human values and future perspectives. HE the minister expressed hope that the meeting would further enhance joint cultural efforts, wishing success in advancing Gulf culture.

In his remarks, GCC Secretary-General Jassim Muhammad Albudaiwi thanked the leaders of GCC states for their continuous support of cultural initiatives, which has visibly impacted the cultural landscape in the region. He stressed that preserving GCC cultural roots strengthens the regions civilizational achievements and insulates it from the challenges of time. The collective planning of cultural work within the GCC has led to significant achievements and bolstered the region’s standing globally.

The meeting’s agenda included important topics such as the 2020-2030 GCC cultural str
ategy and the annual report of the Translation and Arabization Center, based in Oman. The plan for the center’s future work was also approved, and discussions were held on potential cultural collaborations with neighboring countries like Iraq, Jordan, and Morocco.

On the sidelines of the 28th meeting of GCC Ministers of Culture, HE Minister of Culture Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al-Thani Qatar’s Minister of Culture, along with his GCC counterparts, honored a group of distinguished creatives from the GCC states. The honorees included individuals from various fields of art, heritage, and media, reflecting the region’s cultural richness and diversity.

From the State of Qatar, researcher in heritage Ali Al-Fayyad and composer and media figure Mohammed Abdullah Al Marzouqi were honored. The recognition also extended to creatives from other GCC countries, including Shaikha Mubarak Al Nakhi and Marai Al Hulayyil from the UAE, Dalal Al Shroogi and Abdullah Mohammed Al Khan from Bahrain, Nabila Abdullah Al-Bassam a
nd Marzouk bin Sannitan bin Tanbak from Saudi Arabia, Yahya bin Salam Al Mundhiri from Oman, and Thuraya Al Baqsami and Nabil Shuail from Kuwait.

Assistant Secretary-General for Economic and Development Affairs at the GCC General Secretariat Khalid bin Ali bin Salem Al Sunaidi praised Doha as a hub of creativity and a beacon of culture. He acknowledged the unlimited support of Qatar’s leadership for cultural initiatives within the GCC, and expressed pride in the regional and global standing that the GCC countries have achieved in various fields, including culture. Al Sunaidi added that the ceremony was not just a celebration but a reaffirmation that culture remains the beating heart of the Gulf region. The recognition of these creatives serves as an inspiration for future generations to continue along the path of creativity with authenticity and tradition.

Speaking on behalf of the honorees, Omani writer Yahya bin Salam Al Mundhiri expressed gratitude for the recognition, noting that such honors are a civil
ized gesture that motivates creators to give more. He emphasized the importance of continued efforts by the GCC ministries of culture to nurture and empower the region’s cultural and creative fields, in line with scientific and cultural advancements.

He also lauded Qatar’s successful organization of this cultural event and commended the GCC General Secretariat for its ongoing dedication to supporting cultural and scientific activities, highlighting the value of honoring intellectuals, scientists, and creatives.

Source: Qatar News Agency

The Islamic Resistance in Iraq announced today, Thursday, that it bombed a target in southern Israel.

It said in a brief statement: “We attacked a target in the south of our occupied territories with a plane with advanced capabilities used for the first time.”

It explained, “In continuation of our approach to resisting the occupation, and in support of our people in Palestine and Lebanon, and in response to the massacres committed by the usurping entity against civilians, including children, women and the elderly, our Mujahideen attacked this evening a target in the south of our occupied territories with a plane with advanced capabilities used for the first time.”

It added, “Our Mujahideen will continue to use it to pound the enemies’ strongholds at an increasing pace.”

Source: National Iraqi News Agency

TULKARM: The Palestinian Presidency has strongly condemned the recent Israeli airstrikes on the Tulkarm refugee camp, which resulted in numerous casualties among civilians, including women and children.

Nabil Abu Rudeineh, spokesman for President Mahmoud Abbas, stated that this massacre is part of a broader pattern of genocide against the Palestinian people in both the West Bank and Gaza Strip.

In his statement, Abu Rudeineh held the Israeli government fully accountable for the “heinous crime” committed against innocent civilians.

He emphasized that such acts are part of the ongoing comprehensive war waged by the right-wing Israeli government against Palestinians, further exacerbating regional instability and violence.

Abu Rudeineh also called out the U.S. administration, saying it shares responsibility for the continuous aggression against Palestinians over the past year.

He urged immediate intervention to halt these Israeli atrocities, which are supported by U.S. military aid and political backing,
encouraging further violations of international law.

The spokesperson reiterated that the ongoing crimes perpetrated by the Israeli occupation authorities will not bring security or stability to the region. Instead, he asserted that they will lead to more violence and will not force the Palestinian people to relinquish their legitimate rights.

He affirmed the resilience of Palestinians, vowing that they will remain steadfast on their land regardless of the consequences.

Source: Palestine News and Information Agency – WAFA