Saudi Arabia celebrates Kuwait's National Day: Historical ties and a shared destiny
Relations that transcend diplomacy to ties of blood and destiny
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, both its leadership and people, joins its sister nation, the State of Kuwait, in celebrating its 63rd National Day, which falls on February 25th each year. This celebration is not merely a diplomatic formality, but a living embodiment of unique historical relations deeply rooted in history, nourished by ties of kinship, shared destiny, and renewed through unwavering stances affirming that the security and stability of both countries are indivisible.
Historical background: From good neighborliness to strategic alliance
The strong Saudi-Kuwaiti relations date back more than a century, with Kuwait playing a pivotal role in the founding of the third Saudi state. In 1891, Kuwait hosted Imam Abdul Rahman bin Faisal Al Saud and his family, including the founding King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud (may God have mercy on him), who embarked from there on his historic campaign to recapture Riyadh in 1902. This was not merely a political asylum, but the beginning of an era of brotherhood and mutual support, laying the foundation for a strategic partnership that has proven its resilience in the face of the most formidable challenges.
The importance and impact of the event: A strategic alliance that consolidates the stability of the region
This relationship derives its importance from being a cornerstone of security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Perhaps the most prominent manifestation of this alliance is the historic and decisive stance of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait in 1990. The Kingdom opened its borders to host the Kuwaiti leadership and people and spearheaded international diplomatic and military efforts to liberate Kuwait as part of Operation Desert Storm. This stance was not merely support for a neighboring state, but rather a reaffirmation of the principle of shared destiny, and that any aggression against Kuwait is a direct attack on the security of Saudi Arabia and the entire region. At the regional level, the two countries work in close coordination within the framework of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), where their visions align on most issues, thus strengthening the Council's power and influence on both the regional and international stages.
Economic integration and shared future visions
The partnership extends beyond the political and security spheres to include promising economic integration. This is evident in the strong alignment between Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and Kuwait’s Vision 2035, both of which aim to diversify the economic base and reduce dependence on oil. The Saudi-Kuwaiti Coordination Council is working to translate this alignment into tangible projects in the areas of trade, investment, energy, tourism, and logistics. The volume of trade and mutual investments is witnessing steady growth, opening up broad horizons for the private sector in both countries to contribute to achieving sustainable development goals and bringing prosperity and benefits to the two brotherly nations.
