The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia joins its sister nation, the State of Kuwait, in celebrating its National Day, a testament to the deep historical ties and strong fraternal bonds that unite the two countries and their peoples. This celebration is not merely a diplomatic formality, but a sincere expression of a strategic partnership and a shared destiny, woven over more than a century and rooted in enduring historical moments.
Deeply rooted history: from good neighborliness to a shared destiny
Saudi-Kuwaiti relations extend far beyond recent history, founded on ties of kinship, shared values, and good neighborliness. Kuwait's hosting of Imam Abdul Rahman Al Faisal Al Saud and his son, the founding King Abdulaziz, in the late 19th century marked a pivotal moment in this relationship, as this generous hospitality laid the foundation for an enduring era of brotherhood and solidarity. This historical bond has been strengthened over time through familial and tribal intermingling between the two nations, creating a unique social and cultural fabric.
The last few decades have witnessed a true test of the strength of this relationship, exemplified by Saudi Arabia's firm and unwavering stance during the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait in 1990. The Kingdom opened its borders to welcome the Kuwaiti leadership and people, and spearheaded diplomatic and military efforts within the international coalition to liberate Kuwait. This historic position was not merely political support, but rather a reaffirmation of the principle of shared destiny and indivisible security, a principle that has cemented the relationship in the hearts and minds of successive generations.
Strategic importance and regional integration
At the regional and international levels, Saudi-Kuwaiti relations represent a cornerstone of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Coordination between Riyadh and Kuwait is evident in their shared visions and positions on most regional and international issues, strengthening the unified Gulf stance and contributing to security and stability in a region fraught with challenges. The two countries work together to confront common threats and enhance joint Gulf action across various political, security, and economic fields.
This strategic alliance is not limited to the Gulf region, but extends to the Arab and international arena, as the two countries play a pivotal role in stabilizing global energy markets as they are among the world’s leading oil producers, and they also contribute effectively to international and regional organizations to support international peace and security issues.
Economic partnerships and promising future visions
Cooperation between the two countries extends beyond political and security dimensions to encompass growing economic integration. The Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and Kuwait’s Vision 2035 align in their objectives of diversifying the economic base, strengthening the role of the private sector, and attracting high-quality investments. Through the Saudi-Kuwaiti Coordination Council, the two countries are working to accelerate cooperation in vital areas such as trade, investment, energy, technology, and tourism, achieving mutual benefit and supporting sustainable economic growth. Celebrating Kuwait’s National Day is an occasion to renew our commitment to continuing this constructive cooperation and to embark on a brighter and more prosperous future for our two brotherly nations.
