Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed meets Kuwaiti foreign minister on country's 60th National Day

Kuwaiti diplomat travels to Abu Dhabi for high-level talks and a celebratory banquet

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and Foreign Minister of Kuwait Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al-Mohammed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah have reviewed the longstanding fraternal relations between the two nations. WamShow less

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation, met his Kuwaiti counterpart on Wednesday ahead of the country’s 60th National Day.

Sheikh Ahmed Nasser Al Sabah travelled to Abu Dhabi for high-level talks to reaffirm Kuwait's longstanding partnership with the Emirates.

The pair discussed ways in which the two countries could continue to co-operate, and Sheikh Abdullah praised Kuwait’s efforts in consolidating joint Gulf action.

He commended the significant achievements made by Kuwait, describing the country as a nation that has become a "role model for development across all fields".

Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Co-operation, also attended the meeting.

A dinner was held in honour of Dr Al Sabah and his accompanying delegation.

In celebration of Kuwait's National Day, Sheikh Abdullah said he wished for the country's "sustained development and prosperity under the wise leadership of emir of Kuwait Sheikh Nawaf Al Sabah."
The UAE also hosted a series of activities to celebrate the annual event. The country's key landmarks lit up with the Kuwaiti flag, and shopping malls in all Emirates were decorated with congratulatory flags and messages.

Before the pandemic, approximately half a million Kuwaiti tourists visited the UAE each year, and there were nearly 180 to 200 weekly flights between the two countries.

Kuwait celebrates 60th National Day

A girl waves the Kuwaiti flag at Kuwait City's Souk Al Mubarakiya. Events to mark National Day and Liberation Day on February 25 and 26 have been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. EPA

Shoppers throng Kuwait City's Souk Al Mubarakiya. Kuwaiti authorities have announced the indefinite closure of land and sea borders from 24 February, to curb Covid-19 infections. EPA

Customers sit in a coffee shop at Souk Al Mubarakiya traditional market, Kuwait City, Kuwait. EPA

Customers shop at fruit stalls at Souk Al Mubarakiya in Kuwait City. Kuwait's government has cancelled National Day and Liberation Day celebrations on February 25 and 26, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. EPA

A vendor arranges fruit on display at Kuwait City's Souk Al Mubarakiya. EPA

A vendor selling traditional baskets sorts his stock at Kuwait City's Souk Al Mubarakiya. EPA

A date vendor stands among his wares at Kuwait City's Souk Al Mubarakiya. EPA

Shoppers at Kuwait City's Souk Al Mubarakiya. Under coronavirus restrictions, Kuwait's beauty salons and gymnasiums are closing, and restaurants are being limited to takeaway services. EPA

The Kuwaiti flag flying in Kuwait City. The government has cancelled events to mark National Day and Liberation Day, on February 25 and 26, to curb the spread of Covid-19. EPA

Staff and customers at the fish market in Kuwait City's Souk Al Mubarakiya. EPA

Customers sit at a traditional open-air coffee shop at Kuwait City's Souk Al Mubarakiya. From 24 February, eateries will only be able to offer takeaway services, due to Covid-19 restrictions. EPA

Customers relax at a coffee shop at Kuwait City's Souk Al-Mubarakiya. EPA