Kuwait's Emir Welcomes Macron as French President Begins Gulf Tour | GBS News | AC1C

French President Emmanuel Macron was welcomed by Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah at Kuwait International Airport on Monday, October 19, 2026. The official ceremony included a royal guard band performance of the national anthems of France and Kuwait. Macron is also scheduled to visit the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Qatar during a Gulf tour ending on October 21. According to Macron's office, discussions with Gulf leaders are expected to address the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and its impact on energy prices. The visit comes as France engages with regional partners on key security and energy issues. Emmanuel Macron, Macron, Emmanuel Macron Kuwait, Macron Kuwait visit, Kuwait, Kuwait news, Kuwait Emir, Sheikh Meshal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, France, French President, France Kuwait relations, Macron Gulf tour, Gulf tour 2026, Kuwait International Airport, official welcome ceremony, Macron arrival Kuwait, Strait of Hormuz, Strait of Hormuz news, Gulf leaders, Gulf states, UAE, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Macron Qatar visit, Macron Bahrain visit #EmmanuelMacron #Macron #Kuwait #France #KuwaitEmir #SheikhMeshal #FranceKuwait #GulfTour #MiddleEast #StraitOfHormuz #GulfSecurity #EnergyPrices #UAE #Bahrain #Qatar #InternationalNews #WorldNews #Diplomacy #KuwaitCity #Reuters USN: RW127819102026RP1 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The world moves fast. We help you make sense of it. Welcome to Global Broadcasting Service (GBS News) — your trusted source for breaking international news, in-depth analysis, and the stories shaping our world. We deliver accurate, timely, and unbiased coverage of global events, helping you understand not just what's happening, but why it matters. From geopolitical developments and international diplomacy to business, technology, climate, and human stories, GBS News brings the world's biggest headlines into clear perspective. What you'll find on GBS News: 🌍 Breaking international news and live updates 📰 Global politics and geopolitical analysis 📈 Business, economy, and financial developments 🤝 International diplomacy and world affairs 💡 Technology, science, and innovation 🌱 Climate, environment, and sustainability 🎥 Press conferences, speeches, interviews, and special reports 👥 Human stories from around the world Our mission is to deliver journalism that is factual, balanced, and accessible—empowering audiences with the context they need to understand an ever-changing world. Subscribe to GBS News and stay informed with reliable global journalism, every day.