Kuwait’s Cabinet convened its weekly meeting on August 4, 2026, chaired by Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, where members reaffirmed the significance of the 36th anniversary of the Iraqi invasion as a defining moment of national resilience. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Shereedah Al-Maousherji detailed how the gathering recalled with sorrow the events of August 2, 1990, stressing that the invasion stands as a testament to Kuwaiti unity and the sacrifices made to defend sovereignty. The Cabinet praised the leadership of late Amirs Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah in securing liberation, while expressing pride in the Kuwaiti people’s heroic stand against aggression.
Gratitude was extended to allied nations that supported Kuwait’s restoration of sovereignty following the seven-month occupation, a point underscored in the official readout from the session distributed by KUNA. The Cabinet simultaneously condemned Iranian drone strikes on a government facility in northern Kuwait and civilian vehicles on Bubiyan Island, describing them as violations of sovereignty, international law and UN Security Council resolutions. Such actions, the Cabinet warned, represent an unacceptable escalation that threatens regional stability, while affirming Kuwait’s right to take all measures necessary to protect its citizens, resources and territory.
Solidarity was expressed with Saudi Arabia after an attempted drone strike by Iran-backed militias on oil facilities in its Eastern Province the previous week, with the Cabinet noting that Saudi security forms an integral part of Gulf stability under the framework of the UN Charter. Similar condemnations targeted an Iranian missile strike on Jordan and a drone attack that caused fires at Egypt’s Damietta Port, with Kuwait renewing support for both countries’ defensive measures and calling for adherence to principles of good neighborliness. Defense Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah briefed participants on armed forces readiness amid these developments, while Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah updated on diplomatic engagements, including his recent visit to Pakistan where he conveyed greetings from the Amir, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
Education Minister Sayed Jalal Sayed Abdulmohsen Al-Tabtabaei presented a detailed overview of preparations for the 2026-2027 academic year during the same session, focusing on infrastructure and operational readiness across public schools. The Ministry of Education has formed 10 specialized engineering teams supported by approximately 100 engineers to supervise maintenance and renovation at 949 schools nationwide, according to a ministry statement released ahead of the new term. This intensified program aims to ensure safe learning environments as students return, building on earlier reviews that emphasized completion of digital platforms and textbook distribution.
Housing initiatives also featured in the discussions, with the Cabinet examining a progress report from the Ministerial Committee for Public Services on infrastructure delivery for residential projects across two six-month periods ending in June 2026. The Public Authority for Housing Welfare received instructions to sustain coordination efforts, overcome implementation obstacles and submit regular updates on each government’s commitment level. Officials further decided that certificates required for building permits would not be issued to the Kuwait Municipality or Credit Bank until essential services in affected areas reach full completion.
The government advanced its Environmental Sustainability Reporting Initiative by assigning Minister of State for Development and Sustainability Affairs Dr. Reem Ghazi Al-Fulaij responsibility for coordination across entities, including annual performance reports aligned with Kuwait’s international climate commitments. The Cabinet tasked her with monitoring compliance and delivering a comprehensive yearly assessment that includes recommendations for improvement. Several additional agenda items won approval while others were referred to specialized ministerial committees for deeper examination before final decisions.
