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Political Crisis Looms in Kuwait

Men prepare to cast their votes during the parliamentary elections at a polling station, in Kuwait City, Kuwait, 04 April 2024. (EPA)
Men prepare to cast their votes during the parliamentary elections at a polling station, in Kuwait City, Kuwait, 04 April 2024. (EPA)
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Political Crisis Looms in Kuwait

Men prepare to cast their votes during the parliamentary elections at a polling station, in Kuwait City, Kuwait, 04 April 2024. (EPA)
Men prepare to cast their votes during the parliamentary elections at a polling station, in Kuwait City, Kuwait, 04 April 2024. (EPA)

A political crisis is looming in Kuwait after a decree was issued on Monday to postpone the first meeting of the newly elected National Assembly amid reports that the caretaker prime minister was unable to form a new government.

PM Sheikh Mohammed Sabah al-Salem Al-Sabah had submitted his resignation to Emir Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on Saturday in wake of parliamentary elections that were held last week.

The Emir had accepted the resignation and called on the National Assembly to convene on April 17.

Reports have said Sheikh Ahmed al-Abdullah Al-Sabah may be tasked with forming a new government.

On Monday, a decree called for delaying the parliamentary session to April 18.

Former National Assembly Speaker Marzouq al-Ghanim and lawmakers warned that the constitution stipulates that the legislature must convene the next day if it does not meet on April 17.

Local media quoted government sources as saying that the session may even be postponed to May 14.

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Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Commitment to Gulf Security Integration

Gulf interior ministers discussed strengthening joint security cooperation at their meeting in Qatar (SPA)
Gulf interior ministers discussed strengthening joint security cooperation at their meeting in Qatar (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Commitment to Gulf Security Integration

Gulf interior ministers discussed strengthening joint security cooperation at their meeting in Qatar (SPA)
Gulf interior ministers discussed strengthening joint security cooperation at their meeting in Qatar (SPA)

Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud reaffirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to strengthening security coordination and cooperation among Gulf nations.
Speaking at the 41st GCC interior ministers’ meeting in Qatar on Wednesday, he emphasized the importance of protecting the region’s prosperity and ensuring a brighter future.
The meeting, chaired by Qatar’s Interior Minister Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad, focused on enhancing joint security efforts and addressing key issues on the agenda.
Prince Abdulaziz warned of rising security challenges, including cybercrime, drug trafficking, and cross-border organized crime, during the GCC interior ministers’ meeting in Qatar.
He noted that advanced technologies are making it easier for criminal networks to smuggle weapons and fuel terrorism and extremism, especially in unstable regions.
The minister called for stronger collaboration, better strategies, and capacity-building to tackle these threats.
He also said that the GCC interior ministers’ meeting strengthens joint security efforts to tackle new challenges, supporting regional stability and development.
In a post on X, Prince Abdulaziz affirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to boosting communication, coordination, and integration among Gulf nations, particularly in security, to protect progress and ensure a brighter future.