Kuwait’s commercial landscape may be in for a shake-up, as the Ministry of Commerce and Industry mulls a bold move: scrapping business licenses that have gathered dust for half a year or expired more than a year ago. The proposal, currently under legal scrutiny, comes as ministry offices are flooded with visitors scrambling to sort …
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A high-stakes courtroom clash has erupted in London as Kuwait’s public pension fund launches a $1 billion lawsuit against major financial institutions, accusing them of laundering bribes linked to its former director. The Public Institution for Social Security (PIFSS), which oversees Kuwait’s social security and pension funds, is suing the estate of Fahad Al Rajaan, …
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Kuwait has introduced a stringent regulatory framework governing the import and sale of decoders and receivers, requiring traders to secure prior authorization from the Ministry of Information and Culture. The new directive, issued by Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, mandates that businesses seeking to import these …
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India’s competition watchdog has launched a sweeping crackdown on the advertising industry, raiding multiple offices of top media buying agencies and a broadcasters’ association over suspicions of price collusion, according to sources familiar with the matter. Officials from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) carried out searches at around ten locations, targeting industry heavyweights GroupM, …
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In a move aimed at modernizing its legal sector and aligning it with global standards, the United Arab Emirates has approved a comprehensive set of executive regulations governing the legal profession and consultancy. Announced on March 12, 2025, by the UAE Cabinet under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice …
Kuwait is rolling out a major shake-up to its traffic laws, introducing community service as an alternative to fines and jail time for certain violations. The new Traffic Law No. 5/2025 gives judges the power to replace traditional penalties with unpaid labor—tailored to the offender’s skills and background—for up to a year, at eight hours …
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Bahrain has intensified its enforcement of residency laws, leading to the deportation of 71 individuals in a sweeping crackdown. The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) conducted 1,170 inspection visits between March 2 and 8, identifying 15 irregular workers. Coordinated efforts included seven joint-inspection campaigns across Bahrain, focusing on the Capital, Northern, Muharraq, and Southern Governorates. …
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In a striking legal decision, a federal judge has ordered Elon Musk’s government-efficiency task force, DOGE, to disclose records of its operations, citing its “unusual secrecy” in reshaping the federal workforce. The ruling marks a significant win for transparency advocates challenging the clandestine nature of DOGE, which has been orchestrating widespread job cuts and agency …
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The Saudi Ministry of Interior has issued a clear directive on the proper use and handling of the national flag, emphasizing strict guidelines to ensure its dignity and respect. One of the key regulations prohibits the use of faded or damaged flags. Once a flag becomes obsolete, it must be destroyed by the entity that …
A newly established Grievance Committee will now oversee cases related to the withdrawal and revocation of Kuwaiti citizenship. Directly affiliated with the Council of Ministers, this committee has been tasked with handling appeals from individuals affected by citizenship decisions. Counselor Ali Musaed Ali Al-Dhubaibi has been appointed as Chairman, with Abdulwahab Abdulrahman Yousef Al-Muzaini serving …
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