Permanent Mission of the State of Kuwait to the United Nations
Government of Kuwait
Last Verified: October 02, 2025
Time Zone
New York, NY (Eastern Time, UTC-04:00)
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About Permanent Mission of the State of Kuwait to the United Nations
The Permanent Mission of the State of Kuwait to the United Nations represents Kuwait's diplomatic presence and governmental interests in New York, NY, serving as the official liaison between the State of Kuwait and the United Nations organization. Established following Kuwait's admission to the United Nations on May 14, 1963, the mission functions as a comprehensive governmental office responsible for advancing Kuwait's participation across all major United Nations organs and mechanisms.
As a governmental entity operating in New York, the mission coordinates Kuwait's involvement in critical international affairs, including participation in the Security Council, General Assembly proceedings, and specialized UN agencies. The mission manages diplomatic relations, facilitates multilateral engagement, and represents Kuwait's policy positions on matters of international peace, security, and sustainable development. With expertise spanning governmental diplomacy, international relations, and multilateral coordination, the mission serves as the operational hub for Kuwait's UN engagement.
The mission maintains active involvement in Security Council activities, having held non-permanent seats during 1978-1979 and 2018-2019, demonstrating Kuwait's commitment to international peace and security mechanisms. Additionally, the mission coordinates Kuwait's substantial contributions to sustainable development initiatives, including oversight of programs related to the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development and participation in UN development goals.
Operating from its headquarters in New York, NY, the Permanent Mission of the State of Kuwait to the United Nations works with diplomatic staff and permanent representatives to execute governmental functions, manage international partnerships, and advance Kuwait's strategic interests within the global multilateral framework. The mission serves as the primary governmental contact point for all UN-related matters affecting the State of Kuwait.