UN Diplomacy: Kuwait’s Crown Prince delivered Kuwait’s UNGA speech, condemning Iranian missile and drone attacks as violations of international law and warning they target civilian infrastructure including Kuwait International Airport and oil facilities. Oil & Climate: KNPC said it will move toward a biorefinery to produce sustainable aviation fuel and low-carbon aviation fuel, with feasibility studies and a roadmap aimed at completion by 2050. Digital Economy: Microsoft plans to invest $10bn+ in the Gulf through 2030, including Kuwait, focusing on cloud, AI and “digital resilience” as regional conflict raises risks to data centres. Tech Cooperation: Kuwait and France discussed boosting IT and telecom ties, including public-private collaboration in technical and digital fields. Public Health & Trade Controls: Kuwait’s Interior Ministry warned against counterfeit Botox products and coordinated with customs to stop illegal imports. Courts & Finance: Kuwait’s Court of Appeal upheld 10-year prison terms in KD602m money-laundering cases tied to unlicensed banking activities and forgery. Security & Society: Kuwait strengthened oversight of cooperative societies via tighter supervision and selection of supervisory staff. Energy Security: A Bahrain-led coalition called for full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for safe, toll-free shipping amid renewed regional disruptions. Business Compliance: Kuwait customs seized 568 fake branded apparel items after a shipment from China was flagged.