The Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak AlHamad Al-Sabah’s decision to step down is “respected and appreciated,” said Kuwait’s top lawmaker, even after an Amiri order was issued to reinstate him.

“I totally respect His Highness Sheikh Jaber’s refusal to take up the task of putting together a new government,” Speaker Marzouq Al-Ghanim told reporters on Monday. Describing the turn of events as “unprecedented,” he went on to thank His Highness Sheikh Jaber for his contributions and accomplishments during his tenure as prime minister. Earlier today, His Highness Sheikh Jaber “respectfully” declined the position of Prime Minister and an Amiri order tasking him with assembling a new government.


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