Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the opening ceremony of the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup in Kuwait as the ‘Guest of Honour’ upon the invitation of Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Amir of Kuwait.
During the ceremony, PM Modi joined the Amir, the Crown Prince, and the Prime Minister of Kuwait in witnessing the grand event.
He expressed his appreciation for the spirit of football in the region through a post on social media platform X, stating, “Attended the opening ceremony of the Arabian Gulf Cup. This grand sporting event celebrates the spirit of football in the region. I thank His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Amir of Kuwait, for inviting me to witness this event.”
Kuwait is hosting the biennial Arabian Gulf Cup with participation from eight countries, including GCC nations, Iraq, and Yemen. This tournament holds significant importance in the region, with Kuwait being the most successful team in the competition. PM Modi extended his best wishes to all the participating countries.
PM Modi’s visit to Kuwait comes after an invitation from Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, marking the first visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Kuwait in 43 years.
Upon his arrival, PM Modi was warmly welcomed by Kuwait’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence and Interior, Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, along with other dignitaries. He also addressed the Indian diaspora at the ‘Hala Modi’ event in Kuwait, highlighting India’s economic growth and potential as a global development hub.
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