His Excellency the President of the DGCA, Sheikh/ Eng. Hamoud Mubarak Al-Hamoud Al-Sabah, received Director General of the Direct Investment Promotion Authority, Sheikh/ Dr. Mishal Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, at the headquarters of the Directorate General Civil Aviation.
KUWAIT CITY, June 22, (Agencies): President of the Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA) Sheikh Humoud Mubarak Al-Humoud Al-Sabah discussed on Monday with Director General of Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA) Sheikh Dr. Meshaal Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah ways to enhance cooperation in the civil aviation sector. In a press statement, PACA said that the meeting addressed several issues of mutual interest and reviewed opportunities for cooperation in areas related to improving the investment environment and development projects linked to the civil aviation sector. The two sides also discussed ways to support the state’s development plans and promote projects related to the air transport sector, contributing to strengthening Kuwait’s position as a regional hub for air transport and logistics services
His Excellency the President of the DGCA, Sheikh/ Eng. Hamoud Mubarak Al-Hamoud Al-Sabah, received His Excellency the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the State of Kuwait, Mr. Juraj Chmiel, at the headquarters of the General Authority of Civil Aviation.
Meanwhile, Kuwait International Airport has steadily restored operations to advanced levels following damage caused by what officials described as a “heinous Iranian attack” on the airport and its facilities, Acting Director General of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Engineer Duaij Al-Otaibi, said. Al-Otaibi stated that the DGCA continues to carry out repair, maintenance, and rehabilitation works under the supervision of its Chairman, Sheikh Hamoud Mubarak Al-Hamoud Al-Sabah, and in line with directives issued by Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Sabah. He noted that, through the combined efforts of DGCA personnel and the support of the political leadership, the authority has managed to overcome the impact of the attack and restore air traffic to stable operational levels. “The authority is continuing efforts to repair the damage to airport buildings and facilities,” Al-Otaibi said, adding that operational performance is improving in tandem with the steady rise in air traffic and the number of arriving and departing flights.
He explained that repair works on infrastructure and airport facilities were implemented in accordance with ministerial directives, enabling teams to overcome major challenges and prepare the airport to resume operations efficiently. Air traffic has shown marked improvement, with the number of daily arrivals and departures reaching approximately 190 flights, he said. Several airlines have resumed operations, and flight numbers are expected to increase further upon completion of ongoing maintenance, rehabilitation, and equipment upgrades at Terminal 1.
Al-Otaibi commended the efforts of DGCA staff and volunteers, emphasizing their key role in restoring operations and supporting the country during the emergency period. He also expressed appreciation for the cooperation and support extended by the Ministry of Interior, the General Administration of Customs Kuwait Airways, Jazeera Airways, KAFCO, and other partners and service providers operating at the airport. Al-Otaibi further thanked the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation for its cooperation and continued support, in addition to the backing received from Gulf Cooperation Council countries and other Arab states. He affirmed that Kuwait has successfully presented its legal and technical position before the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), securing international support that confirms the validity of its stance regarding the attacks targeting Kuwait International Airport. This support, he added, has helped safeguard Kuwait’s rights and underscores that serious violations and breaches of international aviation agreements have taken place.
