Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Sabah Passes Away at 86

Bashar Jelani Limanchi

10 months ago

Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Sabah Passes Away at 86

In a somber announcement, the royal court of Kuwait declared the passing of Emir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah at the age of 86. The revered leader, who ascended to the throne in September 2020, breathed his last on Saturday, concluding a three-year tenure marked by political challenges and economic crises.

The official statement aired on state television expressed profound sorrow, stating, “With great sadness and sorrow, we mourn the death of Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait.” The broadcast included a Koranic recital, signifying a moment of national mourning.

In November, Sheikh Nawaf faced a health emergency that led to his hospitalization. Although details of his illness were not disclosed, he was later declared stable. Given his age, concerns about his health were a constant during his rule.

Sheikh Nawaf’s journey in leadership began in 2006 when he assumed the role of crown prince, appointed by his half-brother Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. Upon Sheikh Sabah’s passing, Sheikh Nawaf took on the responsibilities of emir. His reign coincided with economic challenges triggered by a decline in oil prices in 2020.

The current crown prince, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, aged 83, now comes under scrutiny as attention turns to the potential appointment of a younger generation ruler.

One notable aspect of Sheikh Nawaf’s rule was his issuance of numerous amnesties, earning him the moniker “emir of pardons.” Recently, the Council of Ministers approved a draft royal decree calling for pardons for political prisoners convicted over the past decade.

Born in 1937, Sheikh Nawaf was the fifth son of Kuwait’s late ruler Sheikh Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. His political career commenced at the age of 25 as the governor of Hawalli province, followed by a decade-long tenure as interior minister starting in 1978.

While Sheikh Nawaf’s reign was not the shortest in Kuwait’s history, it was characterized by frequent political standoffs between elected lawmakers and ruling family-appointed cabinet ministers. These conflicts hindered development efforts, discouraged investors, and resulted in a series of resigning governments and dissolved parliaments.

As Kuwait grapples with the loss of a leader known for his soft-spoken, devout, and modest demeanor, the focus shifts to the future and the potential for reforms and development projects that have long been delayed by political deadlock.

Source: Vanguard News

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