Senior military officials in Kuwait emphasized the significance of advancing digital transformation and integrating modern technologies to enhance the country’s military and security systems during separate visits on Sunday.

Lieutenant General Hamad Al-Barjas, Undersecretary of the National Guard, highlighted the need for continued adoption of advanced technologies to support operational effectiveness across military and security sectors. During an inspection tour of the National Guard’s Supply Command, Project Management, and Directorate of Information Systems, Lt Gen Al-Barjas received briefings on the leadership’s readiness and preparations for the upcoming training season. He also conveyed the leadership’s appreciation to personnel for their ongoing efforts. The visit underscored the National Guard’s focus on improving operational readiness through technology, resource management, and institutional development.

In a related development, Lieutenant General Khaled Al-Shuraian, Chief of the General Staff of the Army, stressed the importance of modernizing Kuwait’s military infrastructure during a visit to the National Security Network Data Center Directorate. There, he was briefed on the directorate’s responsibilities, current technology projects, and plans for future modernization. Lt Gen Al-Shuraian commended the directorate’s role in facilitating coordination among the Kuwaiti Army, Interior Ministry, National Guard, and Kuwait Fire Force. He further emphasized the need for sustained cooperation and enhanced training to maintain the network’s effective and sustainable operation.

Both officials highlighted digital transformation as a crucial element in strengthening Kuwait’s military and security capabilities, reflecting a broader strategic focus on leveraging technology to support national defense and security readiness.