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Service ministers visit Kuwait’s diwaniyas

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02/09/2025

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02/09/2025

Service ministers visit Kuwait’s diwaniyas

An official who goes to the people and listens to them demonstrates shrewdness and openness to the concerns and issues of the people. This is a significant and appreciated step. Therefore, the visit of First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef to Kuwait’s diwaniyas is highly appreciated, as it aims to learn about what is happening among Kuwaitis, especially since his work addresses major issues that concern all citizens.

One of his personal virtues is that he listens to criticism before he offers praise. Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef is a good listener and allows space for every opinion, whether negative or positive. Thus, this tradition established by the Minister of Interior is very important in clarifying the picture and the position. It would be great if ministers, especially those responsible for services, did the same and met with the people in the diwaniyas, or held their meetings even once a week, to hear what the people of Kuwait have to say about the projects and plans the State intends to implement.

This will ensure that no one falls into forbidden matters, which do not benefit the people, or if there are observations not addressed by officials in a ministry. Ministers must remember the directives of the political leadership, headed by His Highness the Crown Prince, which are based on sustainable development and restoring Kuwait to its pioneering renaissance in the region. It is self-evident that no project or plan can proceed without careful study, comprehensive action, and identification of shortcomings before benefits. These steps prevent being in a situation like plowing the sea. Good planning is the most important pillar of the construction process.

A good engineer leaves no room for errors in his work. This is why it is said that the team that demolishes does not build. The past four decades left behind reform, considering the corruption, depravity, and systematic sabotage, as well as interference in public functions and other matters. First, this made the administration slack. Second, it deviated from the mission for which it was created, while no one listened to the voices of the people. So, today is an opportunity for officials to be informed about everything taking place in society and to engage in open-minded discussions. At the same time, they must identify the shortcomings that people complain about. Many decisions and projects are announced but not promoted. They have drawn criticism from Kuwaitis.

Therefore, service ministers, and indeed all Cabinet members, must be close to the people. In every area of Kuwait, there are diwaniyas whose patrons are influential figures in society. When an official listens to their comments and explains the government’s perspective, he or she is halfway to achieving the goal. As we mentioned, development is the first and most important issue for the ruler. All officials in the executive branch, which is unrivaled today, must adhere to this.