The Italian Embassy in Kuwait hosted a reception Tuesday to celebrate the country’s National Day coinciding with the Day of Unity and Armed Forces. Ambassador Lorenzo Morini used his keynote address to describe bilateral relations as a model strategic partnership based on mutual trust and shared values and principles. He identified defence and military cooperation as a central pillar that has developed markedly in recent years according to the ambassador’s remarks. Morini also referenced the recent visit by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni as a historic milestone in the relationship.
Meloni met with the Amir of Kuwait and other leaders producing several agreements and the adoption of a joint action plan for the years 2027 to 2030 the ambassador said. The framework serves as a roadmap for cooperation in areas such as political dialogue defence and security technical collaboration economic relations investment digital transformation agriculture public security judicial matters creative industries healthcare and education. This builds upon the already excellent political dialogue and thriving collaboration in security and economic fields that the two countries maintain Morini noted. The plan seeks to convert high-level commitments into concrete projects over the next four years.
Deputy Foreign Minister Hamad Al-Mishaan and Air Force Commander Maj. Gen. Fahd Al-Khuraij joined heads of diplomatic missions and international organisations at the event. The ambassador expressed gratitude for Kuwait’s ongoing friendship and daily support while voicing confidence that the partnership can expand further. “I thank Kuwait and all our Kuwaiti friends for your friendship and daily support,” Morini said. “I am confident that together we can significantly grow the relationship between our two countries.”
Morini recognised the Italian community in Kuwait as true representatives of the nation abroad whose efforts bolster the bilateral image and ties. He observed a strong local appreciation for Italian culture traditions and the “Made in Italy” brand ranging from lifestyle to products. The reception formed part of broader celebrations that began with a performance by the Italian vocal ensemble Mezzotono at the Yarmouk Cultural Centre according to a Kuwait Times report on the cultural reopening after a pause caused by regional developments.
Previous statements from the Italian ambassador have pointed to Italy’s contribution to Kuwait’s 1991 liberation as evidence of the enduring bonds between the nations. Relations span economic developmental investment political and cultural domains with both sides coordinating on multilateral issues such as peace and support for developing countries. The partnership has evolved into a dynamic long-term collaboration that both countries continue to strengthen through high-level engagements.
The Italian Embassy in Kuwait lists Republic Day among its observed national holidays and this year’s event reaffirmed the depth of coordination amid shifting regional conditions. Morini committed to sustained work with Kuwaiti authorities to implement the priorities set out in the new action plan. The celebrations underscored the continuity of ties that have grown through mutual support over more than six decades.
