Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah

Kuwaiti Prime Minister and royal leader

Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah - Kuwaiti Prime Minister and royal leader
Born

January 5th, 1942
83 years ago

Died

2024
1 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Kuwait

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Served as the 7th Prime Minister of Kuwait from 2011 to 2022. Held various positions in the government, including Minister of Defense and the Minister of the Interior. Played a crucial role during the Gulf War, contributing to national defense and reconstruction efforts post-conflict. Also involved in the promotion of development projects and economic reforms in Kuwait to bolster the country's growth.

Served as Prime Minister from 2011 to 2022

Held the position of Minister of Defense

Contributed to Gulf War defense efforts

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