Kuwait City: Kuwait’s Foreign Minister, Sheikh Ahmed Al Nasser Al Sabah, met with the French Ambassador to Kuwait, Anne Claire Legendre, on Sunday to discuss implications of the “heinous crime” that killed a teacher in a France, which Kuwait has condemned, according to an official statement by Kuwait’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
During their meeting, Sheikh Ahmed stressed the need to stop offenses towards all monotheistic religions and prophets, especially in official and political speeches as they could spread more hate, hostility and racism amongst people.
In addition, he stated the importance of spreading a culture of tolerance and peace amongst all.
Sheikh Ahmed also reaffirmed Kuwait’s stance on terrorism, as it rejects it in all its forms and manifestation. He added that Kuwait rejects any policies that would link tolerance of the Islamic religion with terrorism.
Macron's remarks
The meeting came after a statement made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs on Saturday, where he expressed “dismay” over President Emmanuel Macron’s recent remarks against Islam and Muslims and warned that they could “ignite hate, fear and violence.”
During a speech on Wednesday, Macron vowed not to give up cartoons depicting the Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him).
The French President’s remarks were met with outrage throughout the Middle East, including Kuwait, thus sparking various reactions from statements by governments and organizations to a boycott of French products.
Fifty cooperative societies in Kuwait removed French products, supporting a growing boycott movement across the Arab and Islamic countries.
In addition, the Ministry of Interior authorized a 10-minute sit in to protest the remarks made by the French President.
