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Kuwait introduces new maritime law to enhance safety

Law sets licensing, safety and security standards for Kuwait’s marine sector

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New regulations tighten control over maritime facilities and floating units

Kuwait Terminal 4 resumes select international flights

Passengers urged to confirm schedules as flights gradually restart

Move aims to ensure safe, efficient operations for returning airlines

Subleasing chalets now strictly banned in Kuwait

Permit holders urged to comply with regulations and financial obligations

Permit holders must comply fully with the terms and conditions governing the use of chalets and licensed land plots.

Kuwait Airways launches first direct flights to Mykonos

National carrier begins twice-weekly service on Sunday and Thursday

Kuwait Airways today launched its first commercial flights to the Greek island of Mykonos, operating twice-weekly services on Sundays and Thursdays as part of its 2026 summer schedule.

Kuwait unveils 15-yr residency programme for investors

Authorities set KD5m investment threshold for investor residency

Residency permits may be granted to owners of licensed investment entities, business partners, senior executives and their immediate family members.

Five held over forged government stamps

Investigation uncovered counterfeit documents, stolen materials and forgery equipment

The suspects distributed the counterfeit stamps in locations inside and outside hospitals, focusing on documents that required official stamp authentication.

Kuwait bans outside flags at Husseiniyas for Muharram

Multiple agencies join planning drive to support orderly religious observances

Kuwait advises organisers that donations may only be collected through channels approved by the Ministry of Social Affairs.

Kuwait Airways adds Zurich to summer schedule

The airline will operate two weekly Zurich flights on Fridays and Sundays

A Kuwait Airways aeroplane prepares to land at Kuwait International Airport, in Kuwait City.

Kuwait thwarts drug smuggling attempt in air shipment

Cannabis, cocaine and marijuana concealed in three pieces of personal luggage

Customs officers at the Air Cargo Customs Department intercepted a shipment of personal luggage consisting of three bags that contained large quantities of illegal drugs.

Kuwait limits domestic worker hiring to 10 countries

It bans recruitment from 27 other countries

Kuwait limits recruitment of domestic workers to 10 countries, bans 27 others.

Kuwait warns firms of file suspension over violations

Inspection teams deployed to enforce summer heat protection measures

A dedicated inspection team to monitor compliance with regulations prohibiting outdoor work during restricted midday hours.

Kuwait files ICAO protest over Iran airspace violations

Repeated Iranian airspace violations prompt Kuwait’s renewed ICAO complaint

Kuwait urges ICAO action after deadly Iranian strikes on airport terminal

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