Unveiling Kuwait’s Rich History: A Look Back at the Country’s Most Significant Events
Historical Events on September 11
September 11 marks several significant events in Kuwait’s history.
1968: Kuwait Joins the Arab Labor Organization
Kuwait became a member of the Arab Labor Organization, the first specialized Arab organization focused on labor and workers’ issues.
1993: Establishment of the Public Institution for Residential Welfare
The Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, promulgated a law requiring the creation of a public institution with an independent budget, known as the Public Institution for Residential Welfare.
2003: Kuwaiti Swimming Team’s Victory
The Kuwaiti swimming team won the general and junior titles at the 15th Gulf Cooperation Council Swimming Championships in Dammam, securing 74 medals, including 37 gold, 19 silver, and 18 bronze.
2011: Kuwaiti Ambassador Appointed to the Arab League
The Arab League announced the appointment of Kuwaiti Ambassador Adnan Al-Khudair as the League’s Assistant Secretary for Financial and Administrative Affairs.
2017: Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development Launches Emergency Health Project
The Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development launched an emergency health project in Iraq, part of a $100 million grant allocated for the reconstruction of Iraq.
2018: Passing of Ibrahim al-Shatti
Ibrahim al-Shatti, Undersecretary of the Amiri Diwan, passed away at the age of 86, after a distinguished career spanning almost 51 years.