Al-Jubeir: US honoring of Kuwait's Amir shows world recognition of his status

RIYADH, Sept 27 (KUNA) -- Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir stated that US President Donald Trump's granting of His Highness the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah the US Legion of Merit, Degree Chief Commander, shows His Highness' high status on the world stage.
Granting His Highness the Amir this rarely-awarded legion reflects the US and the international community's great respect and appreciation of His Highness Sheikh Sabah, Al-Jubeir told Kuwait's official TV Saturday evening.
He also described His Highness the Amir as a great, visionary, far-sighted leader.
Al-Jubeir lauded His Highness the Amir wise leadership of Kuwait and his cooperation with other leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council.
He noted that the Saudi leadership is keen on contacting and consulting His Highness Amir.
He wished him speedy recovery and Kuwait more progress, security and welfare.
On September 18, President Trump granted His Highness the Amir of Kuwait the prestigious US Legion of Merit, Degree Chief Commander in recognition of His Highness the Amir's tireless efforts and significant leadership diplomatic efforts in the region and the world.
According to the White House, "the Legion of Merit, Degree Chief Commander, is a rarely-awarded, prestigious decoration that can only be bestowed by the president, typically to chiefs of state or heads of government of other countries. The honor was last awarded in 1991." (end) mdm.maa.ibi