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ARAB TIMES, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2011
LOCAL 5
Health ministry under fire
Actor ‘Al-Deerah’ really battling cancer: Al-Rashed
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 7: The poor health recovery depends on the patient’s psy- istration were discussed. In the course expense. He also complained about the
of Kuwaiti actor Khaled Al-A’agrooga, chological state; hence, it is natural to of the meeting, Al-Rashed called the attitude of Kuwait’s embassy in Thailand
nicknamed Wild Al-Deerah, is real and see the actor going out to cafés and actor — who is currently in Thailand and the stance adopted by the Higher
not exaggerated as claimed by some of leading a normal life. He criticized for treatment — and announced that the Committee for Overseas Treatment in
the media, film director Khaled Al- recent reports that said the actor is crown prince of Abu Dhabi emirate that regard. He reiterated that his treat-
Rashed was quoted by Al-Seyassah feigning illness and he is only suffering Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed will ment was suspended for 18 days in April
daily as saying. from swollen feet. bear the actor’s medical expenses. due to the embassy’s delay in processing
According to Al-Rashed, the actor is Al-Rashed revealed this during a Meanwhile, Al-A’agrooga condemned an extension request he submitted, which
battling neck and intestinal cancer. He gathering at the “Fan 1” center, where a decision by Kuwaiti Ministry of Health contributed to his deteriorating health
pointed out that the major aspect of the flaws of overseas treatment admin- refusing his request to be treated at its condition.
210 cases of money laundering
detected in Kuwait: IMF report
Twenty nine of the suspected ‘convicted’
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 7:
Sheikh Mohammed receiving the doctorate The International
Monitory Fund (IMF)
has disclosed that 210
cases of money launder-
ing were detected in
Kuwait. The report said
all cases were referred to
the Public Prosecution
and 29 of the suspects
have been convicted of
wrong doing, 15 have
been acquitted while the
cases of others are being
investigated, reports Al-
Shahed daily.
The report issued by the
IMF says the size of the
deposits is not important,
irrespective whether they
were millions or not, but the
important thing is the
source of this money and
whether these accusations
are true or false.
KUNA photos The report stresses the need
Kuwait’s foreign minister touring an exhibition to comply with international
treaties related to ‘political’
since Kuwait is a signatory of
‘Obligation to search for the truth’ these treaties. It is also impor-
tant to issue correct superviso-
ry reports periodically.
The report noted this issue
Perugia honors Kuwait FM needs to be addressed serious-
ly, because in Kuwait, until
2002 there was no law to pun-
PERUGIA, Italy, Oct 7, (KUNA): The the Kuwaiti minister, adding that Kuwait had ish money laundering accused.
University for Foreigners of Perugia granted played a crucial role in the Commission of the The source pointed out that
Friday the honorary doctorate to Kuwait Brandt line, proposed by German Chancellor Kuwait’s image is at stake due
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Willy Brandt in the 1980s, a north-south divide to the deposits issues. The
Affairs Dr Sheikh Mohammad Sabah Al-Salem socio-economic and political division that source added the case is of
Al-Sabah in recognition of his leading diplo- exists between the wealthy developed coun- grave seriousness and will
matic role in the regional and international tries, known collectively as “the north,” and the damage Kuwait’s image over-
affairs. poorer developing countries (least developed seas in addition to repercus-
The University’s Rector, Professor Stefania countries), or “the south.” Kuwait, affirmed sions that will follow in the
Giannini, lauded during the annual inaugura- Sheikh Mohammad, was keen on narrowing regional and global level.
tion of the 2011-12 academic year Sheikh the void amongst the north and south by pro- Referring Kuwaiti lawmak-
Mohammad’s long, illustrious political and moting cooperation and mutual benefits, noting ers to the prosecution for
diplomatic career in the Gulf region which that Kuwait had hosted the commission’s meet- accepting bribe money is a
focused the notions of peace and security in ing in 1982 as part of such stride. serious issue which shows
one of the world’s most vital regions. The Iraqi invasion in 1990 has solidified fighting corruption in Kuwait
On his part, Italian Foreign Minister Franco Kuwait’s stance with international laws and has become necessary, the
Frattini praised the Kuwaiti official, saying that resolutions, said Sheikh Mohammad, adding report said. The report also
Sheikh Dr Mohammad played a commendable that the dilemma helped to further shape indicated that the absence of
role in cementing the friendship between Italy Kuwait’s foreign policy with regard of a num- assets and financial disclosure
and Kuwait, adding that he has personally ber of international issues like the Mideast law is leading to holding to
backed Sheikh Dr Mohammad’s nomination peace process and the Iranian nuclear file. account the giver and taker of
for the doctorate (Lectio Doctoralis) in He also indicated that Kuwait had dealt with the bribe money.
Communication Systems and International the fall of the Iraqi “Saddami regime” in 2003 The report affirms there is
Relations. with a new perspective towards regional peace corruption in Kuwait and in Chairperson of the Women Cultural and Social Society (WCSS) Sheikha Al-Nisf commended the Bayt Abdullah Children’s
“We seek closer exchange of views with all and co-existence. other countries and this is nor- Hospice (BACCH) for providing the best facilities and treatment for children suffering from chronic diseases during the
active players within the regional organizations As a result, Kuwait became more active on a mal practice, but when the rate society’s visit to the hospice recently. Top & above: some photos from the visit.
particularly the Gulf Cooperation Council diplomatic level with number of foreign mis- of corruption goes up sharply,
(GCC) such as the State of Kuwait which sions increasing to 94 with around 12 new then there must be a pause
showed a strong commitment to strengthening
the bilateral ties on all scales,” he said.
embassies opened last year, said Sheikh
Mohammad, noting that Kuwait was eager to
because that will cause to
Kuwait as a sovereign state
‘Awqaf’ forms panel to work out pilgrimage leave
In accordance with the University’s tradi- boost relations with other countries and cited regionally and internationally KUWAIT CITY, Oct 7: Ministry of rites of the pilgrimage this year to observing that many workers
tions, Sheikh Mohammad then addressed a lec- the year 2006 as an example which saw the and even on the internal front.
ture on international relations which focused signing of 164 agreements and memos with 42 Awqaf and Islamic Affairs formed a avoid the exploitation of leaves, exploit the leave granted to pil-
The source attributed the
on Kuwait’s role in mending fences amongst friendly states. millions of dinars deposit case committee recently to work with the reports Al-Rai daily quoting reli- grims, besides the fact that figures
nations. Kuwait also opened around 12 new to a conflict among thieves, concerned ministries and state insti- able sources. the accredited caravans have issued
Speaking as a former university academic embassies and foreign missions abroad, which is the main cause for tutions and provide the list of The same sources noted the min- indicate the registration of about 95
and lecturer, Sheikh Mohammad said that as increasing the number to 90, revealed the offi- surfacing a number of previous names of workers performing the istry has taken this decision after percent of pilgrims.
Kuwaitis and Arab-Muslims, it was an obliga- cial. and current scandals. The
tion to search for the truth and information Sheikh Mohammad also touched on the source stressed more scandals
where ever it was, adding that critical thinking Kuwaiti leadership and people’s ambition to will subsequently surface over Union supports demands
and the thirst for knowledge were two impor- turn Kuwait into a financial and commercial the next days. The report con-
tant things for any world society. regional hub, via a development plan which siders Kuwait a state of institu-
“Ever since its independence in 1961,
Kuwait had adopted a neutral stance towards
goes into effect in 2014 and would carry on
till 2035 with an estimated budget of $120
tions but they are institutions in
appearance not real.
Municipality staff backed
issues concerning the East and the West,” said billion. The report added the suspi- KUWAIT CITY, Oct 7: Deputy Head of the Workers Union in
cious deposits exited for long Kuwait Municipality Mohammad Al-A’arada says the Arab
time, it is not a new issue, but Union of Municipalities and Tourism Workers support the
the money involved was not
News in Brief huge. The report asks who is
demands of Kuwait Municipality employees, reports Al-Anba
daily.
responsible for disclosing the
bank secrets and says man- Al-A’arada who also heads the executive office of the Arab
agers cannot absolve them- union added that workers’ demands have been locked up in the
4,500 apply for housing care: As Mulla. Qaisar Hijazin, Secretary General of selves of the responsibility. drawers of Civil Service Council and the Civil Service
many as 4,500 Kuwaiti women, including ABLCC, told Kuwait News Agency, KUNA, Commission, even as those demands are legitimate and fulfill all
spinsters, widows and divorced women, Friday that the aim of this visit is to get necessary conditions approved by the concerned authorities.
acquainted on the economic development proj-
besides those married to non-Kuwaiti men
applied for housing care, Director of the ects in Kuwait and to find ways to strengthen ‘Hospital project He criticized the continuous unfairness suffered by supervi-
sors and workers in the municipality, as well as legal personnel
Credit and Savings Bank (CSB) Salah Al- economic and financial relations in various
Modef told Al-Rai daily. fields between Kuwait and Belgium. as per schedule’ working in different departments and administrations. He went
on to demand immediate approval of their pay scale and other
Al-Modef said the applicants have been He said the Belgian delegation will meet
given specific dates to visit the CSB for fur- with Kuwaiti Minister of Health, Dr. Hilal Al- KUWAIT CITY, Oct 7: The financial increments.
ther procedures. He mentioned that only 50 Sayer and the Minister of Trade and Industry, administrator of Jaber Al-
out of the original 1,700 fulfilled the condi- Dr. Amani Buresli, while the Kuwait Chamber Ahmad Hospital project
tions and that the bank is studying the remain- of Commerce will organize meetings with Engineer Ali Nadoum has stat- ‘Sacrifices great’
ing applications. Kuwaiti businessmen. (KUNA) ed that the project will be com-
He called on Kuwaiti women, who have ❑ ❑ ❑ pleted on schedule, in the face
houses or apartments and still desire to get
housing care facilities that are granted as per Sheikh Salman in GCC meet: Under-
secretary of Kuwait’s Ministry of Information
of many challenges, such as
shortage of technical laborers
Teachers earn praise
the new law, to visit the bank and fill the to facilitate its completion,
applications. He asked such candidates to Sheikh Salman Al-Homoud Al-Sabah arrived KUWAIT CITY, Oct 7, (KUNA): Minister of Education and
in Dubai on Friday to participate in a meeting reports Al-Seyassah daily.
come with all the required documents. Engineer Nadoum pointed Minister of Higher Education Ahmad Al-Milaifi has called on
of the Gulf Cooperation Council’s ministers of teachers to do their best in performing their tasks and educating
❑ ❑ ❑ information. out that Kuwait has many mar-
ginal workers without techni- the youth, expressing deep admiration at their great role for the
Belgian delegation to visit Kuwait: A The meeting, due at the level of GCC infor- progress of the society of Kuwait.
16-member trade delegation from Belgium, mation undersecretaries, on Saturday, would cal ability, but they could be
be preparatory for the 19th ministerial meet- useful instead of wasting time Speaking at a ceremony, held by the media committee of the
representing various sectors of the economy,
including engineering, construction, banking, ing, scheduled on Sunday. Sheikh Salman Al- and effort to bring in technical Teacher’s Day, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Education,
health, metal industries, and the transport sec- Hamoud was received by Kuwaiti Consul personnel from abroad. the minister called for “generous honoring” of the teachers who
tor is set to visit Kuwait next week. General for Dubai and the northern Emirates, He stressed that Jaber Al- exert tremendous efforts for educating the young.
The 3-day visit from Monday until Tareq Al-Hamad. Speaking to KUNA, Sheikh Ahmad project has enjoyed “The efforts and sacrifices of the teachers are so great and
Wednesday is organised by the Arab-Belgium- Salman expressed satisfaction to be in the privacy compared to previous unlimited to the extent that we will never be able to pay them
Luxemburg Chamber of Commerce (ABLCC) UAE, and hoped that the preparatory meeting projects the Ministry of Public back what they deserve,” the minister said.
in cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce “would contribute to highlighting the GCC Works implemented, indicat- Following the ceremony, the higher committee for celebrating
and Industry of Kuwait and in coordination media work.” He added, Kuwait would submit ing state of the art facilities and the Teacher’s Day held a meeting, under chairmanship of the
with the Embassy of Kuwait in Brussels with a paper concerning affairs of the Gulf media. other modern techniques are Assistant Undersecretary for Students’ Activities, Duaij Al-
the full support of Ambassador Nabila Al- (KUNA) employed to speed up its com- Duaij, discussing preparations for the upcoming major festival
pletion. for honoring teachers.
