KUWAIT, Nov 6 (KUNA) -- Kuwaiti Minister of Commerce and Industry Khalifa Al-Ajeel affirmed on Thursday that "His Highness the Amir Award for Distinguished Factories" serves as a national platform to promote innovation and strengthen the country's position as an industrial hub.
Speaking at a press conference, Al-Ajeel announced the seventh edition of the award, saying the award is a path to sustainable development built on quality, discipline, and adherence to the law.
He also stated that a joint inspection and regulatory effort led by the Public Authority for Industry (PAI) in coordination with relevant government bodies, has reinforced discipline within Kuwait's industrial sector.
Al-Ajeel emphasized that Kuwaiti industry meets responsible, environmental and professional standards that safeguard people and the economy.
He stressed that Kuwait's industrial future depends on human capital, knowledge, and the ability to transform data into decisions and ideas into opportunities, calling on national enterprises to participate with a positive spirit that advances the country's industrial standing and supports sustainable development.
Meanwhile, Acting Director General of the Public Authority for Industry Shamlan Al-Juhaidli said the award has, since its inception, played a pivotal role in promoting excellence, quality, and continuous improvement across Kuwait's industrial sector. Al-Juhaidli underscored that the award carries total financial prizes worth KD 100,000 (nearly USD 325,000), distributed across three main categories.
Launched in 2002, His Highness the Amir's Award for Distinguished Factories aims to promote a culture of institutional excellence and healthy competition among Kuwaiti industrial establishments. (end) aam.sar