Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah

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Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabahwas one of the most senior members of the House of Sabah.

Early life

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He was born on June 25, 1937 in Kuwait City. He was a son of the 10th ruler of Kuwait, Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.

Minister of Defense 

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 From 1978 to 26 January 1988, when he was appointed Minister of Defense.

Acting Minister 

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 Following the liberation of Kuwait in the Gulf War, Nawaf was appointed the acting minister of labor and social affairs on 20 April 1991.

Deputy Chief  

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On 16 October 1994, Nawaf was appointed deputy chief of the Kuwait National Guard and held that post until 2003.

Emir of Kuwait 

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Sabah died on 29 September 2020 and Nawaf was announced as the Emir of Kuwait during a meeting of the National Assembly.

Personal life

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Nawaf married Sharifa Sulaiman Al-Jasem Al-Ghanim, daughter of Sulaiman Al-Jasem Al-Ghanim by his wife, Ruqayyah bint Abdullah Al-Abd Al-Razzaq. 

Death

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On 29 November 2023, Nawaf was admitted to hospital following an emergency health issue. He died on 16 December.

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