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Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah

1948 – 1997

Former Kuwaiti Minister of Defense

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About Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah

Lived 1948 – 1997 (aged 48–49). Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah was a politician.

Sheikh Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah (, 1948 – 13 April 1997 ) was a senior member of the House of Al-Sabah of Kuwait.

Biography Ali Al Sabah was the 2nd son of the 12th Ruler and 2nd Emir of Kuwait. He graduated from the RMA Sandhurst in 1970. In 1986 he was appointed governor of Ahmadi Governorate. On April 20, 1991, he was appointed Minister of Defense, and on October 17, 1992, after holding elections for the National Assembly, he was reappointed Minister of Defense. On April 13, 1994, with a cabinet reshuffle, he was appointed Minister of Interior. On September 3, 1996, he was appointed Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, in addition to his work as Minister of the Interior.

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Important facts

Born
1948
Birth century
20th century
Died
13 April 1997
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Kuwait
Education
Kuwait University
Positions held
Minister of Interior, Minister of Defense

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah?

former Kuwaiti Minister of Defense

When was Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah born?

Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah was born in 1948.

When did Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah die?

Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah died on 13 April 1997.

What was Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah's occupation?

Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah was a politician.

What nationality was Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah?

Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah's recorded nationality: Kuwait.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ali Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah

· Wikidata: Q12228117

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