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Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah took the oath of office as Emir of Kuwait before the Kuwaiti National Assembly.
He replaces the late Emir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, who died on December 16 at the age of 86. Sheikh Mishal is the oil-rich Gulf state’s 17th ruler.
Sheikh Mishal, in his statement to the parliament on Wednesday, emphasized “the importance of accountability within the framework of the law” for activities that disregard the interests of citizens, according to the Xinhua news agency.
The 83-year-old Emir also advocated a reassessment of the existing situation in terms of security, economy, and living standards, and reaffirmed his commitment to the Gulf and international cooperation during his speech.
According to Kuwait’s constitution, the Emir must take the oath before the Parliament before assuming his powers.
Source:IANS
