Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber

Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber became Emir of Kuwait on September 29, 2020, following the death of his half-brother Emir Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber. His accession marked a transition in Kuwaiti leadership during a period of political and economic challenges.

During the early months of his reign, Emir Nawaf oversaw Kuwait's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including lockdowns and vaccination campaigns. The pandemic strained the economy and healthcare system.

Emir Nawaf initiated efforts to reconcile the Kuwaiti government and parliament, which had been in frequent conflict. He issued amnesties for some political dissidents and called for dialogue, aiming to stabilize the political system.