KUWAIT, Feb 26 (NNN-KUNA) – Kuwait celebrated on Tuesday (yesterday), the 59th National Day, which coincided with the 14th anniversary of the Amir’s, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, assumption as ruler of Kuwait, amid celebrations of patriotism and loyalty.
Kuwait’s celebrations first started back in 1962, when the country began establishing its political system, with a constitution that would organise governmental work, based on democratic principles, compatible with the reality of Kuwait and its goals.
The draft constitution was the most prominent achievements of that historic phase, approved by the late Amir, Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah in Nov, 1962, announcing the start of constitutional legitimacy with the first legislative elections that took place on Jan 23, 1963.
Since its independence, Kuwait endeavoured to pursue a moderate and balanced foreign policy, taking into account a number of principles, including communication with other countries, friendship and peace, human development, economic prosperity, cooperation with regional and international organisations, and support efforts aimed at bringing security and stability to the world.
Kuwait had a distinguished role in strengthening work of the Gulf Cooperation Council, as well as, supporting international peace and security efforts.
Kuwait also committed to principles of regional cooperation and international legitimacy, through the United Nations and its affiliated organisations, the League of Arab States, the Organisation of the Islamic Conference and the Organisation of Non-Aligned Countries.
Manifestations of the national holiday’s celebrations, it went through many stages throughout history, but all have embodied memories and beautiful days, started since the 60’s until the present day.
Back in the 70’s and 80’s, the celebrations used to be held along the Arabian Gulf Street, with the participation of various state and private institutions, schools, sport teams, and governorates.
In 1985, Flag Square was set up, on the occasion of the 25th years of independence, located near the seashore with an area of 100 thousand square metres, and a 36- metre high flagpole.
