Pages 14, 15 & 16 olympics THE FIRST ENGLISH LANGUAGE DAILY IN FREE KUWAIT Page 9 Established in 1977 / www.arabtimesonline.com markets FRIDAY-SATURDAY, JULY 30-31, 2021 / ZUL-HIJJAH 20-21, 1442 AH emergency number 112 NO. 17750 16 PAGES 150 FILS Kuwait, US discuss bolstering ties Common vision KUWAIT CITY, July 29, (Agencies): His Highness the Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al- Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received Thursday visiting US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and the delegation accompanying him. The reception took place with the precence of His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al- Jaber Al-Sabah, as Blinken conveyed to His Highness the Amir greetings and appreciation of US President Joe Biden, as well as best wishes of prog- ress and prosperity for the Kuwaiti people. In turn, His Highness Sheikh Nawaf expressed utmost appreciation for the US President and the friendly American peo- ple, as both countries are celebrating 60 years of historic ties, as well as 30 years of Kuwait’s liberation. During the reception, also attended by Foreign Minister and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Sheikh Dr. Ahmad Nass- KUNA photo er Al-Mohammad Al-Sabah, bilateral ties His Highness the Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received Thursday the visiting US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his delegation accompanying him. Present at and means to develop them on all levels, the reception was His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Sabah. in addition to issues of mutual concern and latest regional developments, were discussed. Sheikh Dr. Ahmad Nasser Al-Moham- mad Al-Sabah and Antony Blinken held talks Thursday at the Ministry’s Head- quarters. 280,000 expats stranded abroad Both sides discussed enhancing the bi- lateral, exceptional and strategic relations and stressed the deep and distinguished ties of the two friendly countries and their Problems abound peoples. They also discussed the latest develop- Newswatch ments on the regional and international KUWAIT CITY, July 29: About scenes, as well as reviewing issues of mu- 280,000 expatriates -- Arabs and tual concerns. KUWAIT CITY: His Highness Asians -- with valid residence Views the Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al- permits are reportedly stranded Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on abroad, reports Al-Rai daily Sheikh Dr. Al-Sabah and Blinken Wednesday issued a decree abol- quoting reliable sources. shared their views to boost cooperation in ishing Decree No. 258 of 2017 The sources explained, the facing the coronavirus pandemic, devel- on appointing His Highness the number of residence permits is- oping health and education sectors, food Amir’s Diwan Affairs minister. sued by Kuwait has fallen since security, and cybersecurity defense and (KUNA) last year including about 250,000 artificial intelligence ❑ ❑ ❑ residents who were outside the They both agreed on holding the fifth round of the strategic dialogue between VIENNA: The UAE and Aus- country and the failure of their the State of Kuwait and the United States tria signed a strategic coopera- sponsors to renew their work during the last quarter of the current year. tion agreement with the presence permits in addition to thousands During the meeting, the Minister of of Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince leaving Kuwait due to the condi- Foreign Affairs praised the fruitful and Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed tions imposed by the Covid-19 and Austrian Chancellor Sebas- successful bilateral cooperation between pandemic. the two countries, and the common views tian Kurz on Thursday. The sources indicated “the The agreement was signed on many important regional and interna- expectations of the concerned tional files. by Emirati Minister of Indus- authorities indicate not a large try and Technology Dr. Sultan On his part, the US Secretary of State percentage of the expatriates looked forward to keep the progressive Al-Jaber and Austrian Minister will be able to return to Kuwait of Foreign Affairs Alexander collaborating layout between Kuwait and Schallenberg, during the visit with the opening of the airport the US in all field at all levels. of the Crown Prince to Austria. as of August 1, due to the strict He praised the bilateral relations con- (KUNA) health requirements that will be necting the two brotherly countries and ❑ ❑ ❑ applied, especially immuniza- the Kuwaiti efforts in consolidating and tion,” noting that “in addition to DOHA: The Amir of Qatar maintaining international peace and se- not receiving many of them who curity in the region, stressing at the same Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al- have received the vaccine in their Thani approved, Thursday, a de- time, the US commitments to maintain countries which are not approved the security, safety and stability of Ku- cree for the country’s fi rst Shura by Kuwait, and those who do not Council election due to be held wait. have the barcode to authenticate Blinken said that Kuwait had shown next October. their entry which is one of the The decree also defi ned the great leadership in resolving regional cri- electoral constituencies, and only Palestinian women mourn around the body of Mohammed al-Alami, 12, during his funeral in the village of Beit Ummar, requirements needed by Kuwait ses. The American official, in a joint press one member can be elected for near the West Bank city of Hebron, July 29. Villagers say the boy was fatally shot by Israeli troops while traveling with his to ensure the integrity of the vac- conference, pointed out that the US feels each electoral district, allowing a father in a car. The Israeli military has launched an investigation into the shooting. (AP) cination certificate. proud of its friendship with Kuwait, and broader participation of citizens, In a related context, the sources its determination to strengthen the rela- the Qatari News Agency said. confirmed that “all tourists, fami- tionship on all levels. (KUNA) lies and commercial visit visa He praised Kuwait’s efforts in backing ❑ ❑ ❑ MoH ‘targets’ holders, that were issued earlier peace and international security in the re- Day by Day MPs ‘persevere’ in or issued to some nationalities RAMALLAH: A Palestinian child gion, pointing out that Kuwait is a vital herd immunity upon arrival, are still suspended partner in ending the war in Yemen. has succumbed to his injuries he and are required to be obtained sustained by the Israeli occupa- IN spite of the government “We have appointed a special envoy queries on Mosafer through the Supreme Committee to Yemen, Tim Lenderking, to lead our tion forces’ fi re at Beit Ummar KUWAIT CITY, July 29: being aware of the many for Corona Emergencies,” noting town, north of Hebron (al-Khal- Assistant Undersecretary shortcomings of the ‘Kuwait diplomatic affairs to end the war, and he il), in the occupied West Bank. Mosafer’ application, it con- that “the visas issued at the pres- is working hard. It is up to the Houthis for Public Health Affairs at By Saeed Mahmoud Saleh ent time are for only domestic Mohammad al-Alami, aged tinues to be imposed on the Arab Times Staff to show good intentions to end this war,” 12, was shot in his chest by the the Ministry of Health Dr travelers. workers. he added. Israeli forces Wednesday after- Buthaina Al-Mudhaf con- It is no secret time will KUWAIT CITY, July 29: MP Fayez Al-Jomhour forward- Less than 24 hours after the On the same matter, he expressed ap- noon and died later on, the Pal- firmed that the ministry is tell why this application was ed queries to Minister of Defense Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al- issuance of a decision detail- preciation to Saudi Arabia’s efforts in estinian Health Ministry said in a keen on achieving commu- forced on the traveler. I wish Ali about the complaints that he received from citizens re- ing new travel procedures for reaching that goal, and showed commit- statement. (KUNA) nity immunity against coro- people knew the fate of the 60 garding the problems they are facing while using Kuwait citizens and expatriates; sev- ment to supporting Saudi’s security. ❑ ❑ ❑ navirus; hence, the opening dinars which each citizen paid Mosafer application; as well as suspicions surrounding eral problems surfaced for some to enter the country. financial and administrative issues. groups that wish to enter Kuwait, Attempts KUWAIT CITY: World Health of two vaccination centers in …Yet, tomorrow is another He asked for information about the company which especially the other Gulf citizens, When asked about the Iranian nuclear Organization (WHO) Director- areas where a large number day. reports Al-Qabas daily. General Dr Tedros Ghebreye- launched Kuwait Mosafer application, date of the com- file, he responded, “the US made several of expatriate workers are re- Zahed Matar pany’s establishment and its owners. He requested for Gulf citizens are experienc- indirect attempts for peace talks, but the sus has praised Kuwait’s backing siding — Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh for the organization and vulnera- a copy of the contract between the Directorate General ing confusion in completing Iranians refused to communicate directly, ble world countries in countering Youth Center and Al-Tada- of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the company. He wants procedures to enter the country we have showed our European allies, the coronavirus pandemic. mon Center, reports Al-Qa- to know if DGCA floated a public tender to launch the as some airports abroad are re- Russia and China that we have the inten- “Thank you once again, bas daily. application and then chose the lowest offer, if DGCA quiring them to present a vac- tion to return to the nuclear file.” Your Excellency, for Kuwait’s Al-Mudhaf disclosed in a is supervising the application directly or indirectly, if cination certificate for any of “The ball is in Iran’s court now, and it strong support for WHO and television statement that the DGCA intends to terminate the contract and cancel the the approved vaccines in Ku- has to show good faith, as we are com- global health, and thank you for application, legal and financial consequences of such wait (Pfizer, Oxford, Johnson mitted to reaching a diplomatic solution, your continuing solidarity with capacity of Jleeb Al-Shuy- oukh Youth Center is 6,000 procedures.