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Etihad Rail's CEO met Kuwait's Public Works Minister to explore railway collaboration. Kuwait aims to replicate UAE-Oman's Hafeet Rail success for regional connectivity. The talks emphasized GCC-wide economic integration through infrastructure projects. Both nations agreed on technical coordination for sustainable rail development.

Key Points: Etihad Rail CEO Meets Kuwait Minister to Boost GCC Rail Cooperation

  • Kuwait seeks UAE expertise for sustainable rail network
  • GCC integration highlighted as key economic driver
  • Hafeet Rail model praised for regional connectivity
  • Technical teams to align on infrastructure planning
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Etihad Rail delegation explores rail cooperation with Kuwait

Etihad Rail delegation discusses railway infrastructure collaboration with Kuwait, leveraging UAE-Oman Hafeet Rail success for Gulf integration.

"Kuwait is committed to learning from leading railway experiences like Hafeet Rail for Gulf integration – Noura Al-Mishaan"

Kuwait City, June 30

A delegation from Etihad Rail, led by the CEO Shadi Malak, met with Noura Mohammed Khaled Al-Mishaan, Minister of Public Works of the State of Kuwait, to discuss strengthening joint cooperation and exchanging expertise in railway infrastructure among GCC countries.

During the meeting, Minister Al-Mishaan highlighted Kuwait's commitment to learning from leading railway development experiences, particularly the successful UAE-Oman partnership in establishing Hafeet Rail, describing it as a model of Gulf integration in transport and infrastructure projects.

She emphasised that collaboration in this vital sector reflects Kuwait's support for advancing Gulf integration and strengthening economic and geographic connectivity among GCC states. She also stressed the importance of ongoing coordination between technical teams to implement high-quality projects that meet the region's development needs.

Eid Al Rashidi, Under-Secretary of the Kuwaiti Ministry of Public Works, underscored the ministry's priority in leveraging successful regional experiences, noting that early collaboration in planning and execution stages is key to building a sustainable rail network that supports regional integration and shared development goals.

The meeting included a technical presentation outlining Kuwait's future railway project plans. Minister Al-Mishaan presented the ministry's vision to establish a sustainable national railway network grounded in regional and international best practices. The vision takes into account both environmental and economic factors, aligning with Kuwait's broader sustainable development objectives. (ANI/WAM)

- ANI

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Priya N
While Gulf nations are building modern rail networks, India still struggles with basic railway safety. Our government should learn from these projects - especially the environmental considerations mentioned here.
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Aditya G
GCC rail network will be game-changer for 8 million+ Indian expats in the region! Imagine traveling from Kuwait to UAE by train instead of flights. Hope they consider reasonable ticket pricing for blue-collar workers.
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Sarah B
As someone who's traveled on Etihad Rail, I'm excited for Kuwait! The UAE-Oman rail partnership shows what's possible. Maybe one day we'll see India-Gulf rail links too? The Mumbai-Dubai sea bridge concept could connect to this network.
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Karthik V
Good initiative, but hope they involve Indian companies in construction. L&T and IRCON have world-class expertise in rail projects. GCC-India collaboration would benefit both sides economically.
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Meera T
The environmental focus is commendable. Gulf nations are showing how development and sustainability can go together. India's bullet train project should adopt similar green practices 🌱

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