It brought me great satisfaction to witness the remarkable results I had always hoped for, which included delivering donations to those most in need, regardless of race, religion, color, sect, or nationality. The society’s goals were truly unique and admirable. The Kuwait Friendship Society was never affiliated with any political or other movement, nor was it involved in any wrongdoing. What set it apart was that its board of directors never personally benefited from its funds. Even the society’s expenses and staff salaries were maintained at minimal levels.

The society was not involved in residency permit trafficking and did not employ a large workforce. The hiring of relatives of board members was strictly prohibited. We were always fortunate to have a wonderful group of citizens and residents who were major donors and who continued to give generously. Most preferred that their names remain undisclosed.

The time had to come, sooner or later, for me to step down from managing the society. I made this decision two months ago, and the reasons behind it are as follows:

1. My advancing age and my desire to devote myself to writing with greater freedom, especially after relinquishing all my business ventures.

2. My increased travel and extended absences from the society’s operations. My frequent and prolonged absences placed a burden on the society’s management, as certain administrative tasks became complicated. Operations, particularly the signing of donation cheques, had to be suspended during my travels until the Ministry of Social Affairs was notified and approved the transfer of signature authority to another board member. The matter was further complicated by my sudden trips.

3. My continuous and extended absences were not compatible with the responsibility of managing the society’s funds.

Therefore, those with greater availability and capacity needed to assume responsibility for managing the society’s finances. All that has been written about other reasons, and the rumors spread by individuals, including “S.N.,” as well as the claim that the resignation was at the request of a government entity or official, are completely false and reprehensible.

The truth is far clearer. My colleagues on the board of directors made considerable efforts over several weeks to persuade me to withdraw my resignation or at least remain a member. However, I insisted on stepping down entirely, and they can attest to this. I truly appreciate their trust.

Thanks to the efforts of the previous board members, I leave behind a charitable organization of which I am proud, as it is distinguished by its exceptional credibility and humanitarian values, making it a worthy example. Its current board of directors, unchanged except for my departure, deserves commendation from the Minister of Social Affairs and His Highness the Prime Minister