NOT OVER YET

National celebrations began in Kuwait at the beginning of this month, marking the country's 25th anniversary of independence. An atmosphere of festivity surrounds the various ceremonies and events being organised for the occasion, and senior ministers have been caught up in the general jollity. Shaikh Sabah al Ahmad, the Foreign Minister, last week joined Kuwaiti folklore troupes in the traditional ardha dancing. "We are in need", Shaikh Sabah al Ahmad said, "for celebrations at this glorious occasion - especially under the current circumstances."