Foreign Minister Abdullah Al-Yahya affirmed that Kuwait's participation in the 2nd GCC-ASEAN Summit and the upcoming GCC-ASEAN-China Summit in Kuala Lumpur demonstrates the country's commitment to strengthening international partnerships and enhancing cooperation with regional blocs.

Key Summit Details

• Dates: May 26-28, 2024 in Kuala Lumpur

• Kuwait's Representation: His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah will lead Kuwait's delegation

• Context: Part of Kuwait's presidency of the 45th GCC Supreme Council session

Strategic Objectives

1. Enhanced Cooperation:

   • Political dialogue

   • Economic/trade relations

   • Energy and food security

   • Digital transformation

2. Multilateral Engagement:

   • Implementation of GCC-ASEAN 2024-2028 framework

   • Follow-up to 2023 Riyadh Summit outcomes

3. Regional Priorities:

   • Logistics connectivity

   • Education and tourism development

   • Sustainable development goals

Minister's Remarks

"These summits serve as vital platforms for coordinating positions on regional and international developments while advancing our shared interests," Al-Yahya told KUNA.

Expected Outcomes

• Roadmap for institutionalized GCC-ASEAN-China cooperation

• Mechanisms for joint initiative implementation

• New partnerships in priority sectors

Bilateral Engagements

The Crown Prince will hold sideline meetings with participating leaders to:

• Strengthen bilateral relations

• Discuss regional developments

• Explore new cooperation opportunities

Historical Context:
Kuwait has consistently supported:

• ASEAN-GCC dialogue since its inception

• China's Belt and Road initiatives

• Multilateral solutions to global challenges