PM Modi Extends Eid Greetings to Kuwait Crown Prince, Highlights Regional Security Concerns
In a significant diplomatic engagement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, the Crown Prince of Kuwait, on Wednesday. The Prime Minister conveyed warm greetings on the upcoming festival of Eid, marking a gesture of goodwill and strengthening bilateral ties between India and Kuwait.
Discussion on West Asia Situation and Shared Concerns
During their conversation, PM Modi and the Crown Prince exchanged views on the evolving situation in West Asia, a region currently facing heightened tensions. Both leaders shared concerns over recent developments, underscoring the need for stability and peace in the area. PM Modi reiterated India's firm condemnation of any attacks on Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity, reaffirming India's commitment to supporting its international partners.
Ensuring safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz remains our foremost priority, PM Modi stated in a post on X, highlighting the critical importance of this strategic waterway for global trade and energy security. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime chokepoint, and its security is paramount for India's economic interests and regional stability.
Focus on Indian Community and Diplomatic Engagement
PM Modi expressed gratitude to the Crown Prince for the continued support provided for the safety and well-being of the Indian community in Kuwait. We agreed that sustained diplomatic engagement remains essential for regional peace and stability, he added, emphasizing the role of ongoing dialogue in addressing complex geopolitical challenges.
The Indian community in Kuwait, which numbers in the hundreds of thousands, plays a crucial role in the bilateral relationship, and their welfare is a key priority for the Indian government. This acknowledgment reflects the strong people-to-people ties between the two nations.
Operational Updates from Indian Embassy in Kuwait
In related developments, the Indian embassy in Kuwait announced earlier on Tuesday that all consular services will continue as usual during the holy month of Ramadan. To accommodate the observance, the Embassy's four Indian Consular Application Centres (ICACs) have revised their working hours to 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, ensuring uninterrupted services for Indian nationals.
The operational ICACs are located at:
- Kuwait City: 3rd Floor, Al Jawhara Tower, Ali Al Salem Street (same building as Indigo Airlines).
- Jleeb Al Shouyakh: M Floor, Nesto Hypermarket Building (Old Olive Hypermarket).
- Fahahheel: Al Anoud Shopping Complex, M Floor, Mekka Street.
- Jahra: Al Khalifa Building, Building No. 27, 2nd floor, Office numbers 3 and 14, Block 93.
This proactive measure by the embassy ensures that Indian citizens in Kuwait have access to essential services without disruption, further supporting the community's needs during this period.
The conversation between PM Modi and the Kuwait Crown Prince underscores India's active diplomatic role in fostering regional cooperation and addressing security challenges. As tensions persist in West Asia, such engagements are vital for promoting dialogue and ensuring the safety of critical maritime routes like the Strait of Hormuz.
