Kuwait

Amid the dramatic changes sweeping the Gulf region, Kuwait’s incremental approach is being sorely tested.

AGSIW and Alserkal Avenue hosted performances and talks at the Phillips Collection in Washington, DC by leading Gulf-based artists. With this event, AGSIW celebrated its third anniversary of examining the Gulf Arab states in all their complexity. Speakers Ahaad al-Amoudi, Saudi Contemporary Artist Farah Al Qasimi, Emirati Artist and Musician Vikram Divecha, Artist Kosmas Nikolaou,...

Over the last few years many cities have attempted to integrate cultural developments within their overall planning strategy.

A new Gulf prince has emerged from within the royal court with big plans for his country. The son of the leader, he is using the backing of his father to pursue his dream of badly needed reforms. Working from his appointment as defense minister and with economic powers derived from his chairmanship of a...

Run by a young, second-generation farmer, Kenaneya Farm is located in Abdali, in northern Kuwait. Ali BouKhamseen’s passion for international cuisine and fine local ingredients led him to start farming, on top of maintaining a job in the energy sector. He recalls his early introduction to international flavors and specialty crops as he accompanied his...

During the March 25 Kuwait Investment Forum, Kuwaiti government officials reaffirmed the country’s commitment to develop the Silk City megaproject and establish an integrated economic zone.

These remarks were delivered on March 5, 2018 as part of AGSIW Board Member Ambassador Edward W. Gnehm, Jr.’s 2018 Annual Kuwait Chair Lecture at the George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs. The picture I intend to paint for you tonight is not unique to the Middle East. The United States’ withdrawal from...

Gulf Arab states already enjoy robust and well-established trade relations with East Asia, especially in the energy sector. These ties are emerging as the basis for expanded cooperation in other areas, including military and intelligence collaboration, arms sales, and technology transfers, in particular with China. For many East Asian countries, dependence on oil and gas imports is a strategic...