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Lucidya reveals online conversations' impact on Mideast summer travel
While travellers filled cabins this summer, they also filled timelines. A new Summer Travel 2025 Report by Lucidya, the region’s AI-Native Customer Experience Management (CXM) platform, reveals how online conversations shaped the travel season...

Kuwaiti-Spanish ties spiraling towards new heights: Ambassador Gamallo
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad and the Spanish Ambassador Manuel Hernández Gamallo cutting the cake. KUWAIT CITY, Oct 13: Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain to the State of Kuwait Manuel Hernández Gamallo confirmed...

Kuwait Amir’s Representative in Egypt as world leaders throw weight behind Gaza ceasefire deal
SHARM ELSHEIKH, Oct 13, (Agencies): Representative of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al- Jaber Al-Sabah, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and the accompanying delegation arrived in Egypt to...

Sousa aims for a breakthrough win as Kuwait plays Morocco
Players undergo a training session ahead of match. DUBAI, Oct 13: Kuwait will play a friendly match against Morocco’s B team at 6:00 p.m. today at Al-Aweer Stadium in Dubai, UAE. The game is part of Kuwait’s ongoing preparation program, which...

Spain marks National Day, highlights strong relations with Kuwait
KUWAIT: The Embassy of Spain in Kuwait celebrated the Spanish National Day on Sunday, in the presence of the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defense, Sheikh Dr...

Tourist trips from Uzbekistan surge, driven by growth in regional travel.
Since the beginning of the year, 5.2 million Uzbek citizens have traveled abroad, according to the National Statistics Committee. China and Vietnam entered the top 10 destinations for the first time. From January to August, around 5.2 million...

Air India Express launches direct flights from Bengaluru to Jeddah, Riyadh, Kuwait
Air India Express has announced new direct flights from Bengaluru to three major Middle East destinations: Jeddah and Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. Services to Jeddah will begin on 26 October, followed by Riyadh and Kuwait on 27 October...

Parents 60+ and Kuwait Visit Visas: What You Need to Know
Although Kuwait no longer has an age restriction for parents on a family visit visa, there are several practical reasons why a visa application for parents over 60 might still be denied. These are usually related to eligibility, documentation, or...

Kuwait wraps up training ahead of friendly against Morocco
DUBAI, Oct 12: Kuwait concluded training today at Shabab Ahli Dubai Stadium in the UAE, preparing for a friendly match against a Moroccan local team tomorrow at Al Awir Stadium. The Kuwaiti delegation arrived in the UAE from Tashkent following a...
Business : Malaysia’s Medical Tourism Growth To Be Driven By Initiatives, Partnerships
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s medical tourism industry is expected to sustain strong growth, supported by targeted initiatives and strategic partnerships, said BMI, a Fitch Solutions company. In a note, BMI said the Malaysia...
Malaysia's medical tourism sector to have 'robust growth' amid intensifying global race: report
International partnerships, including a ‘Malaysia healthcare week’ held in Kuwait to attract patients from the Middle East, form part of the country’s initiative [SINGAPORE] Malaysia is bolstering its medical tourism initiatives to sustain robust...

Kuwait coach targets improvement after Uzbekistan loss
Bader Tareq is helped off the pitch. DUBAI, Oct 11: Kuwait kicked off its training sessions in Dubai, UAE, in preparation for its upcoming friendly against Morocco’s local team on Tuesday. The Al-Azraq delegation arrived in the UAE the day before,...

Common Reasons Why Kuwait Visit Visas Are Delayed Or Rejected
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 12: A growing number of expatriates in Kuwait and abroad have raised concerns with Arab Times over extended delays and limited transparency in the processing of visit visa applications. Despite submitting all required documents,...

Everything Travelers Need to Know About the New Schengen Entry-Exit System
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 12: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has announced the phased implementation of the new European Entry-Exit System (EES), which will gradually come into effect at border crossings across European Union (EU)...

Discover Iran: Shiraz city, the thriving medical tourism hub of West Asia
By Ali Zeraatpishe Shiraz has emerged as a hub of medical tourism, attracting patients from Persian Gulf countries with skilled physicians, modern facilities, and affordable treatments. Shiraz is home to major hospitals such as Namazi, Dr....

Mega projects, record tourism boost Kuwait-Spain relations
From farming solutions to industrial cooperation, Spain eyes closer ties as it marks National Day KUWAIT: Spain has long been one of the most beloved destinations for Kuwaiti travelers. Known for its rich history, vibrant culture, world-class...

EU's new automated border checks come into force with travellers facing delays
The EU’s new system of automated border checks comes into place on Sunday, leading to the risk of increased delays at the border. The Entry Exit System (EES) requires non-EU citizens to register at the EU border, with registration valid for a...

Kuwait-Pakistan Expo 2025 to be held in Kuwait
LAHORE: The Kuwait-Pakistan Business Expo will be held from December 11 to 13, 2025 in Kuwait to promote Pakistani products and further strengthen economic relations between the two brotherly countries. This was announced by Muhammad Saleem, head...

Kuwait-Pakistan Business Expo 2025 to be held in Dec
LAHORE - Kuwait-Pakistan Business Expo will be held from December 11 to 13, 2025 in Kuwait to promote Pakistani products and further strengthen economic relations between the two brotherly countries. This was announced by Muhammad Saleem, head of...

Kuwait-Pakistan business expo to be held in Dec
Kuwait-Pakistan Business Expo will be held from December 11 to 13, 2025 in Kuwait to promote Pakistani products and further strengthen economic relations between the two brotherly countries. This was announced by Muhammad Saleem, head of a...