KUWAIT, Dec 5 (KUNA) -- Minister of Health Sheikh Dr. Basel Al-Sabah underlined the importance Saturday on abiding by the electoral process and adhering to the precautionary measures setup in order to maintain safety for all and to reach the desired results.

Sheikh Basel made the remarks to KUNA after a tour in Bin Rushd School Committee in Al-Fayha, which is an area designated for Coronavirus patients, adding that he made several tours to various schools with each of the Minister of Interior, the Minister of Justice and other senior officials of the Ministry of Interior to check on the extent of commitment to follow health procedures.

The minister mentioned that he witnessed at first hand the extent of everyone's response in following health procedures and requirements despite the fact that some schools witnessed some large crowds in specific periods, noting that the committees witnessed physical distancing and the commitment by voters to wear masks.

The minister noted that in the event that health procedures are adhered to during the course of the electoral process and throughout the day, "this process will pass with success and the best results."