Kazakhstan honors Al-Musallam with the Order of Friendship

Al-Musallam hosted by Kazakh President Tokayev.

ASTANA, Oct 14: Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has conferred the Order of Dostyk (Friendship), Second Class, on Hussein Al-Musallam, president of World Aquatics and a Kuwaiti sports leader, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to fostering international friendship, cooperation, and mutual understanding among peoples.

The award acknowledges Al-Musallam’s prominent role in international sports and his continued efforts to strengthen sporting ties and cooperation among nations through his leadership of World Aquatics.

The Order of Dostyk is one of Kazakhstan’s highest official honors, bestowed on prominent figures for their contributions to strengthening the country’s international relations, promoting cooperation, and fostering friendship among peoples.

This distinction underscores the recognition of Kuwaiti sports administrators in influential positions in international organizations, highlighting Kuwait’s growing presence in global sports governance. As president of World Aquatics, Al-Musallam leads one of the world’s major international sports federations.

With an extensive career in sports administration at the continental and international levels, Al-Musallam has played a significant role in managing and developing aquatic sports, promoting them, and expanding their global reach.