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MUSCAT, Feb 24 (KUNA) -- Kuwait marks its National Day on February 25 annually, with this year's celebration spotlighting 2025's remarkable progress under His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah's guidance, fostering a thriving nation with a robust economy, humanitarian diplomacy, and rising global influence.
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Statistical Center's report Tuesday, "State of Kuwait: Deep Roots and Steps Toward the Future," noted unprecedented financial and investment surpluses, with sovereign funds exceeding USD 1 trillion in assets and banking sector assets surpassing KD 100 billion, underscoring a robust financial system and international confidence in the economy.
Kuwait's Stock Exchange (KSE) recorded gains over KD 6.9 billion, affirming an enticing investment environment and rising regional and global investor trust.
Kuwait achieved a historic ranking of 19th globally in national brand value, representing about 9 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) - one of the highest rates worldwide.
It also ranked in the top 10 on the 2025 Global Innovation Index (GII), driven by advancements in 5G technology, mobile internet speed, digital government, and digital workforce efficiency.
The country's credit ratings remain high with a stable outlook, enhancing its global economic position.
In 2025, key milestones included the world's longest cross-continental robotic surgery, highest daily gas production in 90 years from the Jurf Al-Bahri field, exceptional archaeological discoveries on Failaka Island confirming Kuwait's ancient heritage, regional leadership in civil aviation safety, and development of public health labs to top international standards.
Kuwait solidified its role as a global humanitarian hub, continuing leadership in international relief and aid, making it a core part of its national and diplomatic identity.
It also secured a diplomatic milestone with the first United Nations resolution named after it in innovation, boosting its international presence.
Over 45 years, Kuwait has been a cornerstone in the GCC, hosting eight historic summits that produced key economic and regulatory decisions to strengthen Gulf integration, such as steps toward a common Gulf market, financial market integration, unified environmental and logistical systems, and support for Arab economic development. (end)
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