Kuwait on Wednesday praised the United Nations for the vital role played by the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) in supporting Iraq’s stability and development efforts since its establishment.
Speaking before the UN General Assembly in New York, Abdulaziz Al-Saeedi, Third Secretary of Kuwait’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations, expressed Kuwait’s appreciation for the mission’s contributions as its mandate approaches conclusion on December 31, 2025.
He highlighted UNAMI’s “positive support” on key humanitarian issues, including the cases of Kuwaiti prisoners and missing persons, third-country nationals, and the recovery of Kuwaiti property — particularly the national archives, reports Al-Rai daily.
Al-Saeedi underscored the importance of Iraq’s continued full cooperation with the UN High-Level Representative responsible for following up on these files, in accordance with Security Council Resolution 2792 (2025). He stressed that such cooperation must proceed “in a constructive and responsible spirit, away from any political exploitation.”
He added that Kuwait supports an organized and well-coordinated plan to end UNAMI’s mandate, ensuring a smooth transition that builds on lessons learned and safeguards progress made, especially concerning unresolved Kuwaiti humanitarian and national matters.
Kuwait, he said, attaches great importance to preserving the gains achieved during the mission’s work, emphasizing that the transition process should be carried out in close coordination with the UN Secretariat and relevant mechanisms to guarantee continued monitoring and follow-up.
Al-Saeedi reaffirmed Kuwait’s belief that Iraq’s stability is vital to regional security, stressing the country’s commitment to working closely with both the UN and Iraq to resolve pending humanitarian issues.
He noted that Kuwait remains dedicated to addressing these matters within a consistent UN framework that upholds international law, fosters good neighborly relations, and ensures Iraq meets its international obligations responsibly.
