The leadership congratulates the Emir of Kuwait on National Day... Deep-rooted relations and a shared history
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Prime Minister, sent congratulatory cables to His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait, on the occasion of his country's National Day. The Saudi leadership expressed its sincerest congratulations and best wishes for continued health and happiness to His Highness the Emir of Kuwait, and for further progress and prosperity to the government and people of the brotherly State of Kuwait.
Deep-rooted historical relations between the two countries
In their congratulatory messages, the leadership praised the distinguished fraternal relations that bind the two countries and their brotherly peoples, emphasizing their shared commitment to strengthening and developing these ties in all fields. Saudi-Kuwaiti relations are based on deep historical, social, and cultural bonds, extending back decades of cooperation and joint coordination. Both countries are founding members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and work together to enhance security and stability in the region and achieve economic and political integration among the GCC member states.
Kuwait National Day background
Kuwait celebrates its National Day on February 25th each year, a date of significant symbolic importance in the modern history of the nation. This day commemorates the accession of the late Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah to power in 1950, who is considered the founder of modern constitutional Kuwait. Although Kuwait gained its independence from Britain on June 19, 1961, it was decided in 1963 to combine the celebration of Independence Day with the anniversary of Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem's accession to power, making February 25th the official National Day, due to the intense summer heat in June. This is immediately followed by February 26th, when Kuwait celebrates its liberation from the Iraqi invasion of 1991, making these two days major national occasions that reflect the resilience of the Kuwaiti people and their history.
Strategic importance and regional impact
This occasion takes on particular significance in light of regional challenges, as the exchange of greetings between the leaderships of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait sends a clear message of the strength of the alliance and Gulf solidarity. History has demonstrated the depth of this relationship in the face of crises, most notably Saudi Arabia's decisive stance in supporting the liberation of Kuwait in 1991, a pivotal moment in the history of relations between the two countries. The continued coordination and cooperation between Riyadh and Kuwait City not only serves the interests of their peoples but also contributes directly to strengthening regional stability and security, supporting efforts to confront shared challenges, and preserving the strength and cohesion of the Gulf Cooperation Council on both the regional and international stages.
