Official organizations

The Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development

The Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development was founded in 1961 to help Arab and other developing countries in developing their economies by presenting loans, technical donations necessary to finance and carry out their development programs including industry, agriculture, transport, communications and power supplies.

General inquiries, tel.: 246 8800

The Kuwait Institute of Scientific Researches

The Kuwait Institute of Scientific Research (KISR) was established in 1967 to foster interest in scientific research and has done pioneer work in a number of areas of importance to Kuwait since its founding. Unfortunately most of its resources were plundered during the occupation and a great deal of important work was lost. It is, however, getting back on its feet and a number of projects have already received approval.

General inquiries, tel.: 483 0988/481 6988

Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Science

Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Science (KFAS) was established and headed by the Emir, Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in 1976. The objective of the organization is to support and promote scientific research projects.

General inquiries, tel.: 242 5899.

Kuwait Investment Authority

Kuwait Investment Authority (KIA) was founded in order to manage the government's overseas investments. KIA also plays a leading role in the country's financial sector. The organization has been much acclaimed overseas for its business acumen and it was the fruits of its sound investment policy which bolstered the Kuwait government during the months of occupation.

General inquiries, tel.: 243 9595