Unifying tourism initiatives under the platform 'Visit Kuwait,' with the aim of enhancing the country's cultural pride and national identity.
Kuwait Embraces Tourism and Cultural Development
Under the leadership of Minister Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, Kuwait is embarking on a series of significant tourism and cultural initiatives. At the heart of these efforts is the launch of the ‘Visit Kuwait’ national tourism portal, a digital all-in-one hub designed to boost tourism and promote cultural heritage as part of Kuwait’s Vision 2035 strategy.
The Visit Kuwait Platform is a unified digital portal that integrates e-visa services for tourists, business, family, and official visits, cultural content, event listings, travel recommendations, and practical travel tools. This platform aims to make travel to Kuwait easier by removing barriers such as carrier restrictions and mandatory qualifications.
In the cultural sphere, Kuwait has planned several engaging events. The country will participate in Expo Osaka 2025, showcasing its achievements in sustainability, innovation, culture, education, and the economy through an integrated pavilion reflecting its national identity and future aspirations.
Another key cultural event is the Kuwait International Book Fair, which this year features 33 countries and is held under the patronage of the Prime Minister. This fair includes the "I Am the Author" initiative, an interactive project enabling children and young adults to experience writing, designing, and printing their own books to foster creativity and literary interest among youth.
Minister Al-Mutairi also announced the second edition of the Professional Program, a partnership with the Arab Publishers Association aimed at empowering publishers and editors regionally, thereby strengthening the Arab publishing industry.
The year 2025 will see a grand closing ceremony marking Kuwait as the "Capital of Arab Media and Culture," coinciding with national holidays. This event aims to celebrate Kuwait’s media and cultural achievements and highlight its leadership role in the Arab world, showcasing its identity and cultural contributions.
These initiatives are not just about economic growth; they are also about diversifying Kuwait’s economy beyond oil by boosting tourism revenue—projected to exceed $1.13 billion by 2025—and positioning Kuwait as a modern, vibrant hub for culture and travel. The platform also coordinates messaging to boost local pride and encourage international tourism and investment, supporting sustainability and cultural diplomacy.
In conclusion, Minister Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi emphasizes digital innovation, easing travel through e-visas, cultural events like the Book Fair and Expo participation, youth engagement projects, and celebrations enhancing Kuwait’s role as a regional cultural leader as the core pillars of Kuwait’s tourism and cultural development strategy aligned with Vision 2035 goals. The focus of the Expo Osaka 2025 pavilion will be on showcasing Kuwait's achievements in sustainability, innovation, culture, education, and the economy, further underscoring the country's commitment to these areas.
- Travelers looking to explore Kuwait will find the 'Visit Kuwait Platform' a valuable resource, as it offers integrated e-visa services, cultural content, event listings, travel recommendations, and practical travel tools, aiming to make travel to Kuwait easier.
- As part of Kuwait's cultural initiatives, the country is emphasizing its rich heritage and contemporary achievements, such as through participation in Expo Osaka 2025 and hosting the 'I Am the Author' project at the Kuwait International Book Fair, which encourages creativity and literary interest among youth, contributing to a vibrant lifestyle in the region.
