Saad Al-Salim Al-Sabah facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Saad Al-Salim Al-Sabah |
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| Emir of Kuwait | |
| In office | 15–24 January 2006 |
| Predecessor | Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah |
| Successor | Sabah IV Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah |
| Crown Prince of Kuwait | |
| Reign | 8 February 1978 - 15 January 2006 |
| 4th Prime Minister of the State of Kuwait | |
| In office | 8 February 1978 - 13 July 2003 |
| Born | 1930 Kuwait |
| Died | 13 May 2008 (aged 77–78) Kuwait |
| Spouse | Sheikha Latifa bint Fahad Al-Sabah |
| House | House of Al Sabah |
| Father | Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salim Al-Sabah |
| Mother | Jameela |
| Religion | Islam |
Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Al-Salim Al-Sabah (1930 – 13 May 2008) was a very important leader in Kuwait. He served as the Emir of Kuwait and the Commander of the Military of Kuwait. His time as Emir was very short, lasting only nine days in January 2006. He took over after Sheikh Jaber.
Sheikh Saad was a general in the Kuwaiti military. He was also the first person to lead the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior. Later, he became the first military officer to lead the Ministry of Defense starting in 1964.
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Early Life and Education
Sheikh Saad was born in 1930. He was part of the Al-Sabah family, which rules Kuwait. His father, Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, was the ruler of Kuwait from 1950 to 1965.
Sheikh Saad went to the Mubarakiya school in Kuwait. He also studied at the Hendon Police College in North London, England. This education helped him prepare for his future roles in government and security.
Important Roles in Government
Sheikh Saad began his career in important leadership positions. In 1962, he became the first military officer to lead the Ministry of Interior. Two years later, in 1964, he also took charge of the Ministry of Defense.
From 1961 to 1962, he was the general commander of the Public Security Force and the Police. He held both the Minister of Interior and Minister of Defense roles until 1978.
On 16 February 1978, Sheikh Saad became the Crown Prince of Kuwait. This meant he was next in line to become the Emir. He held this important position until 2006. From 1978 to 2003, he also served as the Prime Minister of Kuwait. This made him the head of the government.
Leading During the First Gulf War
Sheikh Saad was a key leader during the First Gulf War. He played a very important part in helping to free Kuwait from Saddam Hussein's rule. He refused to make any deals with Iraq that would put Kuwait's safety at risk.
When the Emir, Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, was in exile, Sheikh Saad was briefly appointed as the military governor. This was from 1991 to 1992, during a very difficult time for Kuwait.
Becoming Emir of Kuwait
Sheikh Saad had some health problems, which made people wonder if he would become Emir. However, he officially became the Emir on 15 January 2006, after Sheikh Jaber passed away.
At Sheikh Jaber's funeral, Sheikh Saad used a wheelchair. His ongoing health issues led some people to question if he could lead the country effectively. Members of the Kuwaiti parliament were concerned he might not be able to say the oath of office.
On 24 January 2006, the Kuwaiti parliament voted to remove Sheikh Saad from office. This happened just before he sent an official letter saying he would step down. The Kuwait Cabinet then chose the Prime Minister, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, to become the new Emir.
Academy of Security Sciences
There is a special college in Kuwait called the Academy of Saad Al-Abdullah for Security Sciences. This college trains members of the Kuwaiti Police force. It was started in 1969 and was named after Sheikh Saad to honor his contributions to security.
Family Life
Sheikh Saad was married to his cousin, Sheikha Latifa Fahad Al-Sabah. They had five daughters: Maryam, Hessa, Jamayel, Sheikha, and Fadya. They also had one son named Fahad.
One of his daughters, Sheika, worked in international marketing for the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC). Another daughter, Hessa, became the vice-president of the Arab-Italian Chamber of Commerce in 2012. She also leads the Arab Women's Business Council.
Death
Sheikh Saad passed away on 13 May 2008, at the age of 78. He died from a heart attack at Shaab Palace in Kuwait City.
Honors
: Honorary Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George (KCMG – 12 February 1979)
See also
In Spanish: Saad Al-Abdulá Al-Salim Al-Sabah para niños
