Kuwait News Agency reported that the Amir received Prime Minister Meloni and her delegation at Bayan Palace. The audience included Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah and Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. Discussions centered on the longstanding friendship between the two countries with both sides expressing commitment to further development of ties across multiple sectors.
During the meeting the leaders reviewed the robust bilateral relationship and examined opportunities to broaden collaboration particularly in economic and defense domains KUNA stated. They also addressed several regional and international issues of mutual concern along with recent developments on both the regional and global stages. The talks underscored the shared interest in maintaining stability and fostering partnerships that benefit both nations.
In parallel with the high-level reception Kuwait and Italy signed two memoranda of understanding and a letter of intent the Kuwait News Agency indicated. The first memorandum focused on promotion of direct investment and was concluded between the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority represented by its director general Sheikh Dr. Meshal Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and the Italian Trade Agency led by president Matteo Zoppas. A separate memorandum covered military cooperation in advisory services and training between the Kuwait National Guard and the Italian Carabinieri.
A letter of intent addressing defense capabilities and industrial cooperation was also signed between Kuwait’s Ministry of Defense and Italian firm Leonardo according to the same agency. The ministry was represented by undersecretary Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Meshal Mubarak Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah while Leonardo was represented by CEO Lorenzo Mariani. The third document was inked by Kuwait National Guard undersecretary Lieutenant General Hamad Salem Al-Barjas and Italian Ambassador to Kuwait Lorenzo Morini.
The visit also saw the adoption of the Italy-Kuwait Action Plan 2027-2030 the Italian government documented in its official release. The plan outlines regular high-level meetings between heads of government and ministers in foreign affairs trade and defense while reaffirming implementation of an existing strategic dialogue memorandum between the two foreign ministries. It further details cooperation in economic investment defense security cultural and educational spheres with both parties agreeing to monitor progress through coordinated channels.
Kuwait News Agency figures and prior diplomatic exchanges illustrate the depth of relations between the two countries which have included a May 2026 telephone conversation in which Meloni reiterated Italy’s support for Kuwait’s sovereignty and security. That earlier discussion also touched on regional stability and economic partnerships setting the stage for the current in-person engagement and formal agreements. The latest steps build upon these foundations to expand practical collaboration in priority areas.
