"Kuwait prepares for robust foreign policies following Emir Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah's ascension, focusing on Gulf Arab unity, strengthening Western alliances, and maintaining ties with Riyadh."

 

On Wednesday, Kuwait announced the formation of a new government led by Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed Sabah al-Salem al-Sabah, marking the country's first cabinet following the passing of its previous ruler. The prime minister reaffirmed the government's commitment to enacting reforms by appointing new ministers for foreign affairs, finance, and oil under the direction of the newly appointed Emir, Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah. Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed expressed the weight of responsibility in this new phase of Kuwait's history and highlighted the need for diligence and genuine achievements.

 

Emad Mohammed al-Atiqi was appointed as the oil minister, Anwar Ali al-Mudhaf was named economics minister, and Abdullah Ali al-Yahya was the foreign minister. After Sheikh Nawaf passed away in December, Emir Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah came to power and is expected to maintain Kuwait's foreign policies, which include backing Gulf Arab unity, Western alliances, and close ties to Riyadh.

 

Kuwait is anticipated to resolve the long-standing hostilities in the parliament between the ruling family and its opponents, which have impeded fiscal and economic reforms by creating a stalemate and a rift. The parliament has considerable power compared to similar groups in other Gulf monarchies, and its political deadlock has traditionally resulted in changes to the cabinet and the dissolution of the parliament.