The National Library and Archives Celebrates UAE-Kuwaiti Relations
Coinciding with “UAE and Kuwait: Brothers Forever” Week

In line with the directives of the wise leadership and on the occasion of “UAE and Kuwait: Brothers Forever” Week, the National Library and Archives (NLA) continues to celebrate the longstanding fraternal ties between the United Arab Emirates and the sisterly State of Kuwait. This is being marked through a wide range of cultural and educational initiatives that reflect the depth of the historical, social, and diplomatic bonds between the two nations.
The celebration program includes a seminar on UAE-Kuwaiti social relations throughout history, marking the launch of the NLA’s 2026 cultural season. It also features a series of historical photo exhibitions documenting the trajectory of bilateral relations, as well as educational workshops and specialized lectures in Abu Dhabi schools and at ceremonial events.
The National Library and Archives is also publishing a documentary book titled: “UAE and Kuwait: A Nation’s Memory and Fraternal Relations.” The book documents bright milestones in the history of these strong ties, showcasing selected archival photos, documents, and testimonies that reflect decades of cooperation and integration between the two brotherly peoples.
The NLA’s activities within the week (running from January 29 to February 4, 2026) kicked off with a seminar titled “UAE-Kuwaiti Social Relations” held at the NLA headquarters. The seminar addressed the roots of social and fraternal relations and factors contributing to their growth. It underscored Kuwait’s pivotal role in supporting the UAE’s development journey prior to the Union, particularly in health and education. It also shed light on the UAE’s supportive stances toward Kuwait during various crises, which reinforced the solidity of the relationship.
Participants emphasized that UAE-Kuwaiti relations represent a steadfast model of authentic Gulf brotherhood, forged in a shared social and cultural environment and solidified by values of cohesion and a common destiny.
In parallel, the National Library and Archives (NLA) is organizing photo and document exhibitions across several prominent locations including the VIP Lounge at Zayed International Airport (Departures), the outdoor plaza of the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Al-Wathba, as well as Galleria Mall and the Mubadala Tower, in cooperation with Mubadala. The NLA is also enriching the Arabian Gulf Digital Archive (AGDA) through a virtual photo exhibition. These exhibitions collectively feature photographs documenting meetings between the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the late Emirs of the State of Kuwait: Sheikh Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. They affirm the depth and continuous development of the ever-growing bilateral relations across all areas.
This narrative of fraternity was further extended to the 2026 Cairo International Book Fair, where a special supplement of the NLA’s Al-Maqta’ magazine titled “UAE and Kuwait: A Timeless Tale of Brotherhood” was distributed to a wide audience.
As part of the “UAE and Kuwait, Brothers Forever” week, the NLA has organized a series of art workshops and awareness lectures under the same theme. These activities were hosted by a number of schools, including Al-Manara Private School, Al-Taweela School, Al-Asala School, Emirates National and ADNOC schools, in addition to other schools and several kindergartens.
These sessions aim to educate younger generations about the deep-rooted bilateral relations between the UAE and Kuwait, highlighting Kuwait’s historical role in supporting the development of the UAE’s education and healthcare sectors, as well as its contributions to the media and cultural fields. They also underscore the UAE’s longstanding fraternal support and the sustainability of economic and trade cooperation between the two countries.
Moreover, specialized programs were organized under the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood initiative to instill in younger generations the values of brotherhood and a shared historical legacy.
The NLA has also launched a media campaign across its official social platforms, highlighting selected photographs, films, and historical documents that reflect the depth of UAE–Kuwait relations. This campaign allows the public to interact and engage, further strengthening the awareness of a shared history and the bonds of brotherhood between the two peoples.