Kuwait chief lawmaker lauds women’s “integral role” towards development

Kuwait chief lawmaker lauds women’s “integral role” towards development

KUWAIT: Kuwait’s top lawmaker Marzouq Al-Ghanem on Wednesday heaped praise on his female compatriots for the “integral role” they play towards national development, saying his country’s history is dotted with their accomplishments. Against the backdrop of the annual International Women’s Day, he called on the country’s legislative and executive powers to give women more opportunities to showcase their capabilities. Despite the plethora of achievements they have already made, women can still contribute more towards national development plans, he added.

Meanwhile, Minister of Social Affairs and Community Development and Minister of State for Housing Affairs and Urban Development Mubarak Al-Arou expressed yesterday his appreciation to Kuwaiti women for their effective role in social development. Arou said in a statement on the International Women’s Day that Kuwaiti women proved, through history and their continuous achievements, their importance to the society in various cultural, economic and political fields.

He also reaffirmed Kuwait’s support to women through the government’s work program for the 16th legislative term (2021/2022-2024-2025) which focused on three initiatives that aim to support women and provide them with opportunities in entrepreneurship. Arou noted that they also adopted many other initiatives that aim to train women and develop their skills to have a part