Embassy of the Republic of Korea to the State of Kuwait

Welcome to the website of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea to the State of Kuwait.

The year of 2024 marks the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the 60th anniversary of energy cooperation between Korea and Kuwait.

Kuwait is a constitutional monarchy located on the Gulf Coast and has a population of approximately 4.8 million people. It is resource-rich country with the world’s 7th largest oil reserve. In addition, Kuwait is a country with greater growth potential as it is expanding various investment and cooperation around the world based on its abundant oil resources and sovereign wealth fund.

Kuwait can be said to be a partner country that has shared Korea’s history of economic development. Kuwait has contributed to our economic growth by stably supplying energy to Korea. Meanwhile, Korea participated as a member of the international coalition to help Kuwait during the Gulf war (1990-1991).

In addition, Kuwait is an important crude oil supplier to Korea. Its supply accounts for approximately 10% of Korea’s crude oil imports. Kuwait is also the 3rd largest overseas construction market for Korea. Korea began trading with Kuwait by importing crude oil for the first time in 1964. Since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1979, Korea and Kuwait have expanded the horizon of cooperation in various fields from traditional areas like construction and energy cooperation to new fields such as airport operation, smart farms, smart cities, health, and renewable energy.

The trade volume between Korea and Kuwait continues to surpass 10 billion dollars. Likewise, the two countries have sustainably achieved synergic economic development and cooperation based on the mutual trust.

The Embassy will do its best to further develop this cooperative relationship between Korea and Kuwait, support the activities of Korean companies in Kuwait, ensure the development and safety of the Korean community in Kuwait, and provide protection and consular services to Korean nationals visiting Kuwait.