The Cabinet of Kuwait met on March 4, 2025, to discuss key initiatives, including a strategic partnership with Microsoft to enhance AI and cloud computing capabilities and skills in the workforce. Additionally, the meeting addressed regional cooperation, bilateral relations, and the annual development plan. The Cabinet emphasized its support for the Palestinian issue during the Crown Prince’s delegation to Egypt.
On March 4, 2025, the Cabinet of Kuwait convened its weekly meeting at Bayan Palace, presided over by Acting Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah. Following the meeting, Deputy Prime Minister Sherida Abdullah Al-Muasherji addressed the media, extending congratulations to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah on the holy month of Ramadan, while wishing prosperity and security for the nation and its people.
The Cabinet also discussed the Crown Prince’s delegation to Egypt, headed by His Highness Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, attending the extraordinary Arab Summit. This summit is centered on the Palestinian issue, aiming to forge a unified Arab stance in support of Palestinian rights and resilience.
Following this, the Cabinet reviewed various communications received by His Highness the Amir from leaders of friendly nations, focusing on bolstering bilateral ties and enhancing cooperative efforts in multiple sectors.
A significant highlight of the meeting was the presentation by Minister of State for Communications Affairs, Omar Saud Al-Omar, regarding the strategic partnership with Microsoft. This initiative will facilitate the creation of modern artificial intelligence data centers and a Center of Excellence for Cloud Computing, along with a national skills rehabilitation program to prepare the workforce for future demands in AI.
Finally, the Cabinet discussed the recommendation from the Ministerial Committee for Economic Affairs on the annual development plan for 2025-2026, tasking the General Secretariat of the Supreme Council for Planning and Development with addressing any barriers to the plan’s successful implementation. Several agenda items were reviewed, with some approved while others were referred to relevant committees for further analysis.
The Cabinet of Kuwait engaged in significant discussions, notably on the strategic partnership with Microsoft aimed at enhancing workforce skills in AI and cloud computing. The meeting reaffirmed Kuwait’s commitment to regional issues, especially concerning Palestine, and addressed ongoing development initiatives. The positive advancement in bilateral relations with other nations and the focus on future economic planning were also central themes of the session.
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