Kuwait Embassy honors Canadian veterans of 1991 ‘Liberation War’
‘Canadian forces sacrifices will remain in our memory forever’
WASHINGTON, Feb 22, (KUNA): Kuwait Embassy in Ottawa hosted a celebration to honor a number of Canadian veterans who took part in Kuwait Liberation War in 1991.
The function, attended by Canadian Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defense Lawrence MacAulay, coincides with the celebrations marking Kuwait’s 59th National Day and 29th Liberation Day.
Kuwait Ambassador to Canada Reem Al-Khaled presented orders, shields and certificates of appreciation to a number of Canadian veterans during the celebration and then delivered a speech to the gathering.
On behalf of the leaders and people of the State of Kuwait, Ambassador AlKhaled renewed gratitude to the global coalition, including a 4,000-strong Canadian force, for their role in liberation from the Iraqi invasion.
She spoke highly of “the great sacrifices offered by the Canadian forces which will remain in our memory forever.”
She also appreciated Canada’s participation in the UN peace keeping force which signals the country’s commitment to the world peace and security.
On his part, MacAulay thanked Kuwait and Ambassador Al-Khaled for the kind initiative to honor the Canadian veterans.
“It is a kind gesture to honor the veterans despite the elapse of 29 years, which reflects the noble attitude of the political leaders and people of Kuwait,” he pointed out.
On the sidelines of the celebration, a photo gallery was organized to feature the sacrifices offered by forces of the global coalition during the Liberation War.
Postal Sector suffers perennial problems
KUWAIT CITY, Feb 22: Although he admitted that the Postal Sector suffers perennial problems, State Minister for Services and National Assembly Affairs Mubarak Al-Harees confirmed he is working hard to provide the public with the best postal service; similar to other GCC countries especially in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and other parts of the world, reports Al-Jarida daily.
Speaking to the daily, AlHarees disclosed the State Ministry for Services Affairs has yet to sign three new contracts with postal distribution companies – one way of solving the postal problems.
He reaffirmed his commitment to develop the postal service in the country, protect public funds and combat corruption.
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) has assigned a technical adviser to determine some investment opportunities for the local private sector to participate in the activities of the oil sector, reports Al-Anba daily quoting sources.
Sources revealed the executive administration at KPC believes in the importance of enhancing cooperation with the private sector to grant the latter a chance to participate in the implementation of projects in the oil sector, which gives the biggest boost to the Kuwait economy.
Sources said the adviser will start working in March, following the signing of the contract valued at KD280,000.