Kuwait, Germany share strong ties

Kuwait, Germany share strong ties

KUWAIT: In an exclusive introductory meeting with the press on 12 March, German Ambassador to Kuwait HE Hans-Christian Freiherr von Reibnitz, a seasoned diplomat with years of regional experience as Ambassador to Oman and Deputy Ambassador to Riyadh, briefed media representatives on Germany´s relations with Kuwait and shared his thoughts on how to further strengthen them in coming years.

“I had the honor to present my letters of credence to HH the Crown Prince, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on 7th March 2023. Working to further deepen the relations between our countries will be my privilege”, said the Ambassador. “Kuwait and Germany have shared strong bilateral ties since Kuwait`s independence. Building on this solid foundation of shared values and interests, my priority is to expand the band width of our relations further, to exploit the full range of our bilateral potential”.

Ambassador von Reibnitz pointed out climate change as the most pressing global issue: “Climate change is real, it is here – the current effects of unabated global emissions remind us to join ranks and intensity our battle. Germany will remain a leader. My government will host the ninth international energy transition conference in Berlin from 28-29 March 2023 – this year