The Saudi leadership offers condolences to the Emir of Kuwait on the death of Jaber Al-Mubarak
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent cables of condolence and sympathy to His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait, on the death of His Highness Sheikh Jaber Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, former Prime Minister, who passed away after a life full of giving to his country.
Details of the royal telegrams
In their telegrams, the Saudi leadership expressed their profound sorrow and deep sadness at this news, praying to God Almighty to grant the deceased His abundant mercy and forgiveness, to admit him to Paradise, and to grant the ruling family of Kuwait and the brotherly Kuwaiti people patience and solace. These telegrams reflect the ongoing communication and deep-rooted fraternal protocol between the leaderships of the two countries in times of both prosperity and adversity, underscoring the strength of the bonds that unite the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the State of Kuwait.
The career of the late Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak
The late Sheikh Jaber Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah is considered one of the most prominent figures in the modern political history of Kuwait. He served as Prime Minister from 2011 to 2019, leading the government during a pivotal period in the country's history. Prior to his premiership, he held several high-ranking leadership positions, including Minister of Defense and Minister of Interior, as well as other administrative roles that honed his political and administrative expertise, leaving a clear mark on Kuwaiti government.
The depth of Saudi-Kuwaiti relations
The Saudi leadership's condolences to the Emir of Kuwait embody the depth of the fraternal and historical ties that bind the two brotherly nations, ties that transcend diplomatic protocols to reach the level of a strategic partnership and a shared destiny. The relationship between Riyadh and Kuwait is characterized by a unique distinction based on a long legacy of cooperation and joint coordination under the umbrella of the Gulf Cooperation Council. The Kingdom has always been at the forefront of standing by its sister Kuwait in all circumstances, underscoring the unity of the Gulf and the close bonds between the peoples of the region.
The importance of Gulf solidarity
Such reciprocal humanitarian gestures among the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) reinforce the concept of a unified Gulf identity. The passing of a figure of Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak's stature has garnered widespread attention in Gulf political and social circles, given his pivotal role in strengthening joint Gulf action during his tenure. These sincere expressions of sympathy from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and his Crown Prince remain a testament to the high regard in which Kuwait and its leadership are held by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
