An Amiri order was issued in February 2025 appointing Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al Sabah as Kuwait’s new Minister of Defense, marking his return to the role after serving between 2022 and 2023.
The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:
- Sheikh Abdullah’s standing after 6 months in office
- Sheikh Abdullah’s role within Kuwait’s decision-making circle
- His current defense priorities and the countries he eyes for cooperation
