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3 weeks ago

Former Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Mubarak Al Sabah Dies at 82

Sheikh Jaber Mubarak Al Hamad Al Mubarak Al Sabah, former Prime Minister of Kuwait, passed away on Saturday at the age of 82. Born in 1942, Sheikh Jaber had a distinguished career in Kuwait’s government, starting his public service as a controller of administrative and financial affairs at the Amiri Diwan. He then rose to higher positions, including director of administration, assistant undersecretary for administrative and financial affairs, and governor of the Hawally and Ahmadi regions. Throughout his extensive career, he held several key ministerial roles, including Minister of Social Affairs and Labour, and Minister of Information. He later served as an advisor in the Emir’s office, marking a progressive climb in his governmental career. In 2001, Sheikh Jaber was appointed Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence. He continued to hold significant government positions, including First Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Interior, and Minister of Defence in 2006, roles he was reappointed to in subsequent government formations until 2011. Sheikh Jaber served as Kuwait’s Prime Minister from November 2011 until his resignation in 2019, steering the country through various phases of development and challenges.

3 weeks ago

Kuwait Youth Handball Team Qualifies for World Championship

Kuwait’s youth handball team qualified for the World Championship after defeating Japan 27-23 in the semifinals of the 10th Asian Men’s Youth Handball Championship on Wednesday in Amman. This marks the fourth occasion the competition is hosted by the Jordan Handball Federation (JHF), having previously hosted it in 2008, 2014 and 2018. The championship serves as a qualifying event for the 11th IHF Men’s Youth (U19) Handball World Championship in Slovenia, scheduled for July/August 2025. The top five teams from this competition will secure qualification spots for the World Championship. South Korea are the defending champions, having clinched the title three times in 2005, 2014 and 2022.

4 weeks ago

Kuwait To Launch New Online Registration System For Upcoming Hajj Season

The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs in Kuwait has announced that electronic registration for the upcoming Hajj season will start from November 3 to November 17 through a dedicated online platform. According to Mohammed Al Saidi, acting director of the Department of Hajj and Umrah Affairs, the new centralised registration system has successfully reduced participation costs by 40%, making it more accessible, especially for low-income individuals. The system also introduces an age group classification that allows participants of all ages to perform the Hajj rituals, with a quota of 8,000 spots available for Kuwaiti pilgrims. The registration guidelines specify that applicants should not have previously performed Hajj. They also permit group registrations of up to three related individuals and allow the inclusion of a resident or a companion of unspecified nationality, provided they are related. Al Saidi further explained that two distinct segments are targeted: Kuwaitis and Bedoon (stateless individuals), each considered separate groups. After registration closes on November 17, screening will occur immediately, with admissions processed according to age groups — a new system designed to ensure representation across all age demographics. The age categories are divided into three groups: those 60 years and older, those between 35 […]

4 weeks ago

Kuwaiti Authorities Foil Heroin Smuggling Attempt

Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior, through its criminal security sector, has foiled an attempt to smuggle approximately 1.5 kilograms of pure heroin into the country. According to a statement by the Ministry’s Public Relations and Security Media Department, reported by the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on Friday, the suspect was apprehended in coordination with the General Administration of Customs while attempting to smuggle the drugs into Kuwait via air cargo from an Asian country. The suspect was part of an international drug trafficking network. During the investigation, the suspect admitted that the drugs belonged to him and his associates abroad, intended for sale. The suspect and the seized substances were referred to the narcotics prosecution for legal action.

4 weeks ago

OPEC+ Countries Including Saudi, UAE, Kuwait and Oman Extend Voluntary Oil Production Cuts

OPEC+ countries, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait and Oman have extended voluntary oil production cuts for a further two months. The OPEC+ countries, which previously announced additional voluntary cuts in April and November 2023, including Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, the UAE, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman, held a virtual meeting on Thursday, September 5. During the meeting, the eight member countries emphasised their collective resolve to ensure full compliance with the voluntary production adjustments. OPEC+ members extend voluntary oil production cuts The group includes Iraq and Kazakhstan, which have overproduced since January 2024, but have strongly reaffirmed their commitment to the agreement and to their compensation schedules submitted to the OPEC Secretariat as agreed under the 53rd meeting of the JMMC on April 3, 2024. In August 2024, Saudi Arabia, Russia, the UAE, Kuwait, Algeria, and Oman, conducted two ministerial discussions with Iraq and Kazakhstan. Both countries were urged to achieve full conformity and compensate for the overproduced volumes since January 2024. Iraq and Kazakhstan committed to engage with secondary sources to outline their plans for production adjustments to achieve compliance and meet the compensation schedules they submitted to the OPEC Secretariat on August 22. Iraq and Kazakhstan reinforced their […]

4 weeks ago

Kuwait: 10-Year Jail Term Against Real Estate Boss Over Fake Deals

Kuwait’s top appeals court has confirmed a 10-year imprisonment sentence against the manager of a real estate company on charges of fraud linked to the sale of phantom buildings. The court also ordered the defendant pay a fine of KD3 million. The verdict is final. The case is related to fake real estate deals in Turkey to several Kuwaiti citizens, Ali Al Attar, a lawyer for the victim, said. “This ruling is irreversible. The competent agencies are committed to complying with it to track the money in any account (belonging to the defendant) and pay compensation to the victims,” he told Al Qabas newspaper. Nearly 10,000 fraud and swindle cases have been brought before courts in Kuwait over the past three years amid a warning of a spike in the illegal practice. There has recently been a rise in fraud cases in Kuwait despite repeated warnings from authorities to citizens and expatriates to be on guard against potential fraudsters and their ruses, Al Qabas has recently quoted what it termed as a well-informed source. “The cases heard by courts and set for decisions sometimes reach 10 cases a day, entirely pertaining to swindle and fraud crimes. This means the perpetrators […]

4 weeks ago

Indians Among 6 Dead As Ship Sinks Off Kuwait: Reports

Six crew members have died after an Iranian merchant ship capsized in Kuwaiti waters, Iran’s official news agency IRNA reported Tuesday. “The Arabakhtar I ship, whose six crew members were of Indian and Iranian nationality, sank on Sunday,” Nasser Passandeh, head of Iran’s port and maritime navigation authority, was quoted by IRNA as saying. The report did not say what caused the Sunday incident, and an Iranian official said search operations were still ongoing to locate three of the victims’ bodies. Three bodies had been retrieved in a joint effort between Iran and Kuwait, Passandeh said.

4 weeks ago

Interior Ministry Seizes Drugs, Guns; Nabs Suspects

The Ministry of Interior announced on Tuesday the seizure of about 24 kilograms of various drugs, about 28,500 psychotropic pills, six unlicensed firearms (guns) and ammunition, and a huge sum of money from seven suspects. The General Department of Security Relations and Media at the Ministry said in a press statement that security personnel carried out intensive and continuous campaigns to arrest drug and psychotropic substance dealers as part of ongoing efforts to protect the country and fight drug-related crimes. The suspects have been referred to the competent authorities for necessary legal actions against them. The Ministry of Interior will continue to monitor and follow up on the movements of anyone trying to trade narcotics in the country. It called on everyone to cooperate with security personnel and report any suspicious activities via the emergency phone (112) or the hotline of the General Department for Combating Drugs (1884141). Environment Police In another development, the Ministry of Interior, represented by the Environment Police, announced on Tuesday the arrest of a number of people for violating the laws regulating camel herding. A number of environmental violations were recorded and 22 camels were seized. The Ministry said in a press statement that the […]

1 month ago

Kuwait Airways Adjusts Ticket Prices, Revamp in Competitive Market

Kuwait Airways revises its ticket pricing to become more competitive in the market. This adjustment reflects the board of directors’ commitment to advancing the national carrier and improving passenger services. Abdul Mohsen Al Faqan, chairman of Kuwait Airways, discussed these updates on the Friday Break programme on Kuwait Radio, emphasising that Kuwait Airways is enhancing the overall travel experience. Recent upgrades include luxury amenities, improved entertainment options, and increased onboard comfort. The airline has allocated widebody aircraft to high-demand routes, updated its menu with distinctive Kuwaiti dishes, and maintained punctuality during the busy summer season. Al Faqan announced new offerings, such as special travel packages to Barcelona that include a flight ticket, hotel stay, and a ticket to a Spanish League soccer match. Kuwait Airways is considering expanding its network to new destinations, including Moscow, various locations in China and East Asia, and several European countries. This expansion is planned in conjunction with the opening of the new T2 passenger terminal and the addition of new aircraft to the fleet. The airline will soon introduce a self-service baggage weighing system, allowing travellers to weigh their luggage up to 12 hours before departure. Baggage allowances have been adjusted as well: economy […]

1 month ago

Saudi Camel Leather Market Valued At $98.7 Million Annually

The Saudi Fashion Commission highlighted the cultural dimension and national heritage related to camel products and the extent of their benefits in the world of contemporary fashion. The current potential of the camel leather market in Saudi Arabia stood at approximately $98.7 million annually. Based on the current camel population in Saudi Arabia, 2,800 tons of camel hair can be produced annually worth $2 million, it was revealed in a research paper titled “Camels… contemporary fashion,” the Saudi Press Agency reported. The research paper was prepared as part of the “Future of Fashion” initiative in conjunction with the Year of the Camel 2024. The report revealed that the global market for luxury leather goods was valued at $75.8 billion in 2023, and could reach $92.4 billion by 2028. It noted that given the large camel population in the Kingdom, developing the use of camel products in fashion and other value chains will boost demand for this growing resource. In the research paper, the commission highlighted the role of camel products in the fashion industry, and the opportunities for using camel skins and hair in the fashion industry. It also addressed growth strategies for camel products in the fashion sector, and […]

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