KUWAIT CITY, Feb 24: A festive atmosphere and expressions of joy surround Kuwait in February annually, coinciding with the anniversary of National Day and Liberation Day. As the month of February begins, Kuwait becomes decorated with lights in the color of its flag in bid to adorn the streets and various areas. The Ministry of Interior affirmed that all security and traffic preparations have been completed for the national day celebrations as per the previously set comprehensive plan. At the behest of the higher leadership, the Ministry has mobilized its resources and raised the preparedness of its personnel from various security sectors to ensure decent and pleasing outlook of the celebrations, it said in a press release on Wednesday. Kuwait marks the 61st anniversary of Independence, which transformed the country into a thriving modern state.

On June 19, 1961, Kuwait gained independence, putting an end to the Anglo-Kuwaiti Agreement of 1899. This was followed by a decree on May 18, 1961 to conjoin the National Day and the ascension of the Amir celebration into one event commemorated every year on February 25th. On the occasion of Kuwait’s National and Liberation Day holiday, the Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Cultural Center (ASCC) is thrilled to celebrate this special occasion with a wonderful variety of entertaining events, shows and fun and educational activities. The events, workshops and activities will take place inside the museums’ buildings and outdoor areas starting on Thursday, February 24, 2022 until Saturday, March 5, 2022. As the national champion of every and all sciences, one of ASCC’s main events is its assortment of competitions that aim to fuel children as well as adults’ minds, passions and interests. “Kalemat for the Love of Kuwait” is a competition that gives people between the ages of 13 and 17 the chance to write a 250-300 word poem in Arabic or English that expresses their love for Kuwait. (KUNA)