Kuwait FM says ties with Qatar deep, solid

Kuwaiti Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Khaled al-Hamad al-Sabah on Monday termed the relations with Qatar as "deep and solid".

Speaking to reporters during a reception held by the Qatari Embassy to mark the country's national day, Sheikh Sabah al-Khaled said "big achievements in Qatar and the development of infrastructure all the way to the 2022 World Cup are a source of appreciation that makes us happy."

He hoped Qatar would enjoy security, stability and sustainable development.

Deputy Foreign Minister Khaled al-Jarallah also congratulated the Qatari people and said he was looking forward to witnessing further accomplishments in Qatar.

Qatari Ambassador to Kuwait Bandar al-Attiyah said he was honoured to serve in Kuwait, and praised the Amir Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah for advocating the security and stability of the Gulf region.