Kuwait: Minister Sheikh Abdullah’s standing after 6 months in office, defense priorities

22 July 2025

IntelligenceNote

Summary

An Amiri order was issued in February 2025 appointing Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al Sabah

as Kuwait’s new Minister of Defense, marking his return to the role after serving between 2022 and 2023.

The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:

Sheikh Abdullah’s standing after 6 months in office
Sheikh Abdullah’s role within Kuwait’s decision-making circle
His current defense priorities and the countries he eyes for cooperation

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