Humanitarian and Civilized Imprints
The economic dimensions of the business of the Corporation and its subsidiary
companies should not be allowed to conceal their humanitarian and refined
cultural aims. These are of equal importance to the Corporation as it seeks to
raise the name of Kuwait high on the local and world levels, while contributing
to the development and progress of Kuwaiti society. Indeed, the Corporation has
realized that its role is not confined to the exploitation of the oil wealth,
which is still its basic function, but goes far beyond that.
Through the international operations carried out by its subsidiary companies
such as Kuwait Foreign Petroleum Exploration Company (KUFPEC), KPC seeks to
build and maintain friendly relations with host states and to leave a mark which
is testimony to the extent of its cooperation with these states.
Pakistan:
KUFPEC has launched a number of charitable enterprises to help the Pakistani
people. The company has built and finances two medical clinics in the Kirthar
region of Pakistan. They provide basic medical services to the local people as
well as training for young girls to enable them to work in such clinics and earn
a regular income. The Corporation also grants scholarships to Pakistani students
allowing them to study in the University of Karachi.
KUFPEC has issued environmental leaflets about the nature reserves in the
Kirthar region to raise awareness of the importance of protecting rare animals
and birds and has built ten water basins in different areas to protect and
support wildlife.
The Corporation also made donations to the Pakistani government, in the
aftermath of the Sind River floods, to help in the relief and rescue operations.
Indonesia
In order to spread education and provide better living conditions for the local
population, KUFPEC built several schools in the Syram field and the Paula region
in Indonesia. The company equipped the schools, manned them with qualified
teachers and covers all the school expenses. The schools provide free education
to the local children and employment for the local labour force.
Tunisia
The mark left by KPC and KUFPEC in Tunisia is quite unique by any standards.
KUFPEC contributed to the construction of a huge mosque with a distinctive
architectural style that stands out as a prominent landmark in the capital. The
mosque is highly appreciated by both the government and people of Tunisia.