Mubarak Al-Sabah was the ruler of Kuwait from 1896 until his death in 1915. He was the seventh ruler of the Al-Sabah dynasty and played a significant role in modernizing the country. Under his leadership, Kuwait established stronger ties with Britain, which helped protect it from external threats. Mubarak Al-Sabah is often credited with expanding Kuwait's economy through trade and commerce. He focused on developing the port and improving infrastructure, which facilitated the growth of the pearl diving industry. His reign marked a pivotal period in Kuwait's history, laying the groundwork for its future development.