Supported Events
SelectUSA Investment Summit 2026 – United States
The SelectUSA Investment Summit is the premier U.S. event dedicated to promoting foreign direct investment, connecting investors, companies, economic development organizations (EDOs), and industry experts to drive business deals. The 2026 Summit provides a unique opportunity for Kuwaiti businesses of all sizes seeking to establish or expand operations in the United States.
Key Highlights of the Summit:
Explore the Exhibition Hall featuring hundreds of EDOs, service providers, and industry experts.
Connect with representatives from 50+ U.S. states and territories, companies from 90+ countries, industry experts, and U.S. government officials.
Attend 100+ sessions providing actionable guidance on workforce development, incentives, and investment opportunities.
Form valuable partnerships with industry leaders across the United States.
2025 Summit Achievements:
$1 billion in new investment commitments announced
5,500+ attendees from around the world
160+ speakers and 1,100+ economic development representatives
2,700+ business investors from 100+ countries
Who Should Attend:
Kuwaiti businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in the U.S., as well as investors seeking insights into the U.S. market.
For more information about the Summit and registration, visit: https://www.selectusasummit.us/
Contacts to Join the Kuwaiti Delegation:
Darrel Ching, Senior Commercial Officer – [email protected]
Oday Dallah, Senior Commercial Specialist – [email protected]
Kuwait Healthcare Trade Event – February 12, 2026
The Kuwait Healthcare Trade Event, scheduled for February 12, 2026 in Kuwait City, provides an excellent platform for U.S. companies to explore opportunities in Kuwait’s growing healthcare sector. Kuwait, a wealthy petroleum-based economy with a population of 4.8 million, faces increasing healthcare demands due to high rates of obesity, diabetes, and cancer. The government is investing in new hospitals and healthcare infrastructure to reduce reliance on funding treatments abroad.
The event will focus on international healthcare technologies and services, including medical equipment (surgical instruments, diagnostic equipment in cardiology, oncology, radiology, radiotherapy), hospital supplies, and pharmaceutical products.
Tentative Schedule:
Meetings with the Kuwait Ministry of Health divisions, including International Affairs, Treatment Abroad, and Digital Transformation.
Presentations on doing business in Kuwait, covering legal and tax considerations.
Customized B2B meetings with local healthcare companies and distributors.
Event Details:
Date: February 12, 2026 (following World Health Expo Dubai)
Location: Kuwait City, Kuwait
Cost: $1,000 per company (one participant), $300 for each additional participant
Registration & Info:
Darrel Ching, Senior Commercial Officer – [email protected]
Rasha Al-Muhtaseb, Commercial Specialist – [email protected]
This event is ideal for U.S. companies looking to expand their presence in Kuwait’s healthcare sector and connect with key local stakeholders.
U.S. Higher Education Fair – Kuwait, February 2026
The U.S. Higher Education Fair in Kuwait (February 2026) provides U.S. universities with a unique opportunity to engage with Kuwaiti students and education stakeholders. The Kuwait Government invests heavily in education and offers scholarships to accredited international universities, with 716 U.S. universities currently approved by Kuwait’s Ministry of Higher Education. In July 2025 alone, 3,007 external student scholarships were offered, including 433 for U.S. institutions.
The October 2025 U.S. Higher Education Event showcased successful engagement with over 1,250 high school students through education fairs, private school visits (including the American School of Kuwait, Al-Bayan Bilingual School, and the American Creativity Academy), and counseling sessions. Participant feedback highlighted the high standards and well-organized nature of the event.
The February 2026 program will feature:
U.S. Higher Education Fair with opportunities to meet students and counselors.
School visits to engage with high school counselors and students.
Briefing sessions by the U.S. Commercial Service, U.S. Embassy Consular Section, and EducationUSA.
Networking opportunities with partners and education stakeholders.
Participation Fees:
Early-bird registration: $900 per university (10% discount until December 31, 2025)
Standard registration: $1,000 per university, $300 for each additional participant
Register here: https://events.trade.gov/en/TradeGov/Kuwait-USHigherEducationEvent-9884-1764596277/
This event is an excellent platform for U.S. universities to connect with Kuwait’s next generation of students and expand their presence in the region.