President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has sent a message of condolence to the Crown Prince of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al Ahmad Al Jaber, on the passing of Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the late Emir of the State of Kuwait.

President Dr. Muizzu, in his message, stated that it was with great sadness and deep sorrow that he learned of the passing of the late Emir of the State of Kuwait.

President Dr. Muizzu described the late Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah as a visionary leader who demonstrated unwavering commitment and dedication to Kuwait and its citizens. He stated that the late Emir's legacy of strong leadership, compassion, and service will no doubt be remembered fondly in the history of Kuwait’s progress.

The Maldivian President's message also stated that the State of Kuwait remains a close partner of the Maldives. He stated that the relationship between the two countries is characterized by mutual trust and respect, peace and prosperity, and warm brotherly relations.

President Dr. Muizzu continued by saying that the Maldivian government and people join him in extending their deepest sympathies to the Kuwaiti people on the passing of a great leader.

Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah died on Saturday (December 16), aged 86, according to the royal court, just over three years after assuming power in the U.S.-allied Gulf oil producer.

The cause of his death was not immediately disclosed. The emir was admitted to hospital late last month due to what the state news agency described at the time as an emergency health problem but said that he was in a stable condition.