PM flies to Kuwait
The demise of anyone, be it an Emir or an ordinary citizen, is always saddening, although as a mortal being, it is also an inescapable fact of life. When an ordinary person dies, the near and dear ones condole the loss of life. When the head of a state dies, world leaders express deep sympathy and offer condolences to the state that lost its leader. It enhances world solidarity and global harmony. The Emir of Kuwait passed away, and our leaders appropriately expressed deep sympathy and condolences to the family of the Emir and to the people of Kuwait.
However, our PM decided to take an extra mile and fly to Kuwait herself to offer condolences. According to the news report, 'A large number of heads of state and government from all over the world will also be going to offer their deep condolences at the demise of Emir of Kuwait.' I do not know what other world leaders are going to Kuwait, but I would assume the middle eastern leaders, having close proximity to Kuwait would be there in person to offer condolences. Was it really necessary for our PM to travel such a distance? Couldn't a dignitary of the PM be sent instead?
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