U.S. President Barack Obama will host the Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah, at the White House on September 13, White House spokesman Jay Carney said Friday. "The United States and Kuwait have a strong relationship, reflecting our common strategic interests, close defense partnership, and shared commitment to promoting peace, economic opportunity, and stability worldwide," Carney said in a statement. "The visit will highlight the enduring strength of the U.S.-Kuwait relationship and the friendship between the American and Kuwaiti people." "The U.S. President looks forward to discussing with the Kuwaiti Emir a wide range of critical interests and important developments in the Gulf region and broader Middle East," Carney said.
