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KUWAIT, Oct 20 (KUNA) -- Under the auspices of His Highness the Amir Sheikh
Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and in attendance of His Highness the Prime Minister
Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Sabah, a ceremony was held Wednesday night at
Regency Hotel to mark the launch of the "Journey of Hope", which is to express
the hopes and aspirations of people with special needs.
The ceremony was attended by a host of Sheikhs, ministers, governors,
senior officials, and Premier Diwan officials.
Journey of Hope Chairman of the Board of Trustees Barjas Al-Barjas made a
speech on this occasion, after which His Highness the Premier praised the
noble goals of this initiative.
In remarks after the ceremony, His Highness stressed the government's
keenness on supporting all humane gestures and initiatives and their
activities in Kuwait, particularly those related and catering to those with
special needs, out of belief they deserve and are entitled to care that would
enable them to realize their potential to help serve their country.
His Highness added the government would provide all help needed by the
journey staff till they fulfill their mission and return to the homeland.(end)
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