Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, traveled to Kuwait on Monday and met with HH Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Emir of Kuwait. During this meeting, the two sides exchanged the highest awards of their countries and signed eight agreements and cooperation documents.
Official Reception for Macron
HH Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and HH Sheikh Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, the Crown Prince of Kuwait, welcomed Macron and his accompanying delegation at the Amiri Airport. HH Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the Prime Minister of Kuwait, and other senior officials were also present at the ceremony.
Awards and Honors
At the Bayan Palace, HH Sheikh Mishal honored Macron for his efforts in strengthening relations between Kuwait and France with the "Mubarak Al-Kabeer" medal. In return, Macron awarded HH Sheikh Mishal the "Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor," which is the highest national honor of France, awarded for his role in expanding cooperation and advancing bilateral relations in various fields.
Cooperation Agreements
The two countries signed eight agreements and cooperation documents in the presence of HH Sheikh Mishal, Macron, HH Sheikh Sabah, and HH Sheikh Ahmad. These agreements covered areas such as defense, civil aviation, artificial intelligence, scientific and academic cooperation, investment, and healthcare. These agreements will not only help strengthen bilateral relations but will also lead to the development of economic and cultural cooperation.
Working Lunch and Farewell
After the signing of the agreements, HH Sheikh Mishal held a working lunch at the Bayan Palace in honor of Macron and his official delegation. Macron left Kuwait at the end of Monday, and HH Sheikh Sabah and HH Sheikh Ahmad were present at the airport to bid farewell to the President of France.
