The Ministry of Oil has obtained three international ISO certifications covering quality management, information security and information technology service management, following the fulfilment of required standards and the successful completion of audit procedures. In a press release issued on Sunday, the ministry said the certifications marked a step…
The Council of Ministers has issued a decision establishing the executive rules for transferring responsibility for supervising marine anchorages, piers and dhows from the Kuwait Ports Authority to the Directorate-General of Coast Guard, affiliated to the Ministry of Interior. Under Article One, all relevant powers and existing contracts concerning…
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: Dean of Kuwaiti Journalism and Editor-in-Chief of Al-Seyassah and Arab Times newspapers Ahmed Al-Jarallah embarked on a field inspection tour in North Kuwait,...
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: The Ministry of Interior has warned citizens and expats against dealing with individuals, shops and online accounts promoting schemes that offer immediate cash...
A Roman Catholic priest celebrating an evening Mass in southwestern Ecuador has died after a crucifix fell on him during the livestreamed service. The Archdiocese of Guayaquil, a coastal city 265 kilometers (164 miles) southwest of the capital, Quito, identified the priest as Patricio Sánchez of Perpetuo Socorro Church. Footage of the service on Saturday ……
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: From exploring distant horizons to enjoying the journey itself, expectations for travel are evolving. Vehicles are no longer simply a means of reaching a desti...
Business & InvestmentThe Insurance Regulatory Unit will launch the trial phase of its updated electronic “Beema” insurance system from October 25 to December 31, 2026, requiring eligible insurance companies registered on the platform and their contracted insurance brokers to comply with the regulations governing the issuance of mandatory vehicle insurance policies. In a…
• An ancient Odia harvest tradition blossoms into a global message of unity, nature and humanity In a celebration that brought the spirit of Odisha to the heart of Kuwait, the Kuwait Odisha Association (KOA), under the guidance and support of the Embassy of India in Kuwait, hosted a memorable Nuakhai Bhetghat, introducing one of … The post Kuwait makes…
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: Health Minister Dr Ahmed Al-Awadi has ordered the closure of five health facilities and the suspension of laboratory activities at one clinic pending the compl...
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: Kuwait’s General Directorate of Traffic has defended the use of wheel clamps on vehicles parked in prohibited areas, saying the measure is lawful and necessary...
Minister of Social Affairs, Family and Childhood Affairs Dr Amthal Al-Huwailah has issued decisions to dissolve six public benefit associations in Kuwait, while extending the mandate of the interim board of directors of the Kuwait Red Crescent Society for a renewable period of one year. The dissolved associations are the Kuwaiti Entrepreneurs Association,…
The Board of Directors of the Central Agency for Public Tenders (CAPT) has approved, by a majority vote, the Ministry of Finance’s request to issue Public Tender No. 6/2026-2027 for a system to plan and prepare the public sector budget. The approval followed a re-examination of the request and a review of the required amendments. … The post CAPT approves…
The Medical Liability Authority recorded 3.55 million dinars expenses during the 2025/2026 fiscal, while the revenues stood at just 114,500 dinars, leaving a gap of approximately 3.44 million dinars between expenditure and income. According to Decree-Law No. 117 of 2026, approving the authority’s final account and published in the official gazette Kuwait…
The Tamilnadu Engineers Forum Kuwait (TEF-Kuwait) brought together more than 1,000 delegates from the engineering and technology sectors for its 17th Technological Innovations Conference & Exposition (TICE) and 10th Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA), held at Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel on October 15, 2026. The event featured a record 101 exhibitors, 24…
By Ricky Laxa Staff Writer The Royal Bhutanese Embassy in Kuwait, in cooperation with FAS Holding Group of Companies, hosted an enlightening event to promote Bhutan’s tourism and investment prospects. The event was held on Saturday, October 17, at Sedra Continental Hotel and featured informative presentations, as well as the commemoration of the 15th Royal…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group signed an agreement with the United Arab Emirates on Sunday to hold their annual meetings in Abu Dhabi in October 2029. The signing ceremony took place in Bangkok at the conclusion of the 2026 annual meetings, attended by World Bank Group President Ajay Banga, IMF Managing … The post UAE to host…
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: The Insurance Regulatory Unit (IRU) has ordered insurance companies to stop issuing paper documents for compulsory vehicle insurance, making the digital “Bima”...
Four decrees have been issued to withdraw the Kuwaiti citizenship from 12 people, according to notices published in the official gazette, Kuwait Al-Yawm. The first decree provides for the withdrawal of citizenship from three people, along with those who acquired citizenship through dependency on them. The second decree covers seven people and those who…
Dar Al-Muhamah participated in the International Maritime Arbitration Experts Summit and Conference held in Doha on October 11, 2026, highlighting the role of specialised legal expertise in supporting maritime trade stability and managing commercial disputes. Mubarak Al-Dosari, a partner at the law firm, represented Dar Al-Muhamah at the event. The…
The General Traffic Department recorded 658 traffic violations and impounded 106 vehicles during two enforcement campaigns targeting violations by public transport buses and dangerous driving practices on Kuwait’s main and express roads. The first campaign, conducted in the Hawalli Governorate, focused on public transport buses operating in violation of…
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said President Donald Trump’s decision to suspend sanctions and tariffs targeting Russia would provide a 60-day period to assess their potential impact on the global and US economies, amid mounting criticism in Washington and concern in Ukraine that the move could ease economic pressure on Moscow. Rubio said Saturday … The…
Doctors have urged the public to take preventive measures as Kuwait transitions from summer to autumn, warning that changing temperatures, humidity and dust can aggravate allergies and asthma, while increased gatherings and the return to schools may facilitate the spread of respiratory infections. Preventive health physician Dr. Abdullah Behbehani said…
A decree has been issued transferring Counselor Fahd Hamad Al-Ateeqi to serve as a counselor at the Court of Appeal, effective September 6, 2026. The post Fahd Hamad Al-Ateeqi appointed Counselor at Court of Appeal appeared first on Times Kuwait .
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, in Baghdad on Saturday to discuss efforts to reduce regional tensions, restore stability, and pursue diplomatic solutions to the ongoing crisis. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 52nd session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of…
The Kuwait Water Association (KWA), represented by Eng. Heba Abbas, the Association’s Technical Adviser and Chair of its Sustainability Committee, and a member of the Executive and Technical Committees of the World Utilities Congress 2027, participated in an Executive Committee meeting held in Abu Dhabi. The meeting brought together senior executives,…
French President Emmanuel Macron and his accompanying delegation will arrive in Kuwait on Monday for an official visit, during which he is scheduled to hold official talks with His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. The visit will provide an opportunity for the two leaders to hold discussions as part of the official … The post…
CZAR is a Kuwaiti perfume brand that was founded in 2018 and has since grown to more than 10 locations around Kuwait, including The Avenues and 360 Mall. One of the things I found interesting about CZAR is that they teamed up with some of the biggest names in the perfume industry to create their […]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Kuwait’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia following the crash of a helicopter belonging to the Saudi Ministry of National Guard in the Najran region, which resulted in the deaths of two officers serving as crew members. In a statement issued on Sunday, the ministry extended Kuwait’s sincere condolences and heartfelt ……
KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait’s net sovereign foreign assets exceed 600 percent of gross domestic product (GDP), the highest ratio among Gulf countries by a significant margin, strengthening the country’s external financial position and its capacity to withstand economic shocks, according to Fitch Ratings. In its latest assessment of Gulf sovereign finances, Fitch…
The Central Agency for Public Tenders (CAPT) has approved the award of two tenders to Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) for road network maintenance across its operational areas, with a combined value of 37.016 million dinars, according to the official gazette Kuwait Alyawm. The first tender, valued at 26.397 million dinars, covers three packages for road … The…
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Kuwait on Monday for official talks with His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Kuwait...
The Saudi-led Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen said that a reconnaissance helicopter belonging to the Saudi National Guard crashed in Najran area, southwest Saudi Arabia, on Sunday early morning. Spokesman of the Coalition Major-General Staff Turki Al-Maliki confirmed in a statement that two crew members of the AH-6i plane were martyred. Source:…
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued nine decisions revising Kuwait’s import restrictions on poultry meat, poultry products and table eggs, lifting bans on supplies from seven countries and several regions in the United States and France while imposing new restrictions on areas affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The seven…
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: The Kuwait Water Association has reaffirmed the importance of scientific research, innovation and international cooperation in strengthening water security and...
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has approved hallmarking exemptions for imported precious metal products bearing the hallmarks of 21 international jewelry brands, under regulations governing the verification and marking of imported precious metals and related products. The approval was issued in accordance with Ministerial Resolution No. 165 of 2019,…
The opening round of the Inspire Kuwait International Open Roll Race Championship concluded Saturday at Kuwait Motor Town in Arifjan, south of the country, with winners crowned across 11 distinct categories. Organized by the Kuwaiti Inspire Club for Cars and Motorcycles as part of the Kuwait Youth and Sports Season, the event featured acceleration and ……
Looks like we are finally getting a new LG dealer. According to a press release, Al Mulla Electronics will serve as an authorised distributor in Kuwait for LG Electronics. This is pretty good news since LG make some good products (TVs for example) but for the past few years their products have been difficult to […]
The Civil Service Commission has set October 20 as the final deadline for government agencies to complete the updating of their employees’ academic qualification records, warning that access to the updating system will be withdrawn after the deadline and that non-compliant employees could face legal and administrative measures, including investigations and…
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: Kuwait has issued a new Arbitration Law under Decree-Law No. 120 of 2026, establishing a legal framework for resolving civil and commercial disputes through ar...
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: Kuwait has issued four decrees withdrawing Kuwaiti citizenship from 12 individuals, including one person whose citizenship will also be revoked from those who...
Violent clashes between protesters and police forces, accompanied by widespread looting and arson, erupted across several French cities Saturday, triggering a fierce exchange of political accusations over responsibility for the turmoil and the state’s security tactics. According to media reports, around 500,000 people organized by trade unions and social…
At least 19 people, including 13 women and a child, died, and 25 were injured in a stampede at a popular Durga Puja pandal in North Kolkata, India on Saturday evening. “Yesterday (17/10/26), at around 19:40 hrs, a stampede occurred at the exit gate of the Sarada Park (Chor Bagan) Puja Pandal in the Girish … The post 19 Dead, 25 Injured in Kolkata Durga…
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 17: Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has directed that traffic violations committed by ministry vehicles be registered against the officers and employees using them,...
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 17: The general budget report for the current fiscal year revealed that the estimated revenues from health insurance, which is categorized under the ‘social contri...
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 17: Minister of Health Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi emphasized that medical conferences provide a valuable platform for experts to exchange knowledge, discuss scientific ev...
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 17, (Agencies): Kuwait has welcomed a presidential statement by UN Security Council members condemning the continued and escalating Houthi attacks against Saudi Ar...
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 17: The Insurance Regulatory Unit (IRU) announced that it had referred three insurance brokerage firms to the Public Prosecution to initiate legal proceedings over...
The Environment Public Authority (EPA) participated in the Leaders’ Summit (COP 17), held on the sidelines of the United Nations Biodiversity Conference in Yerevan, Armenia, on Friday. Speaking to KUNA on Saturday, Acting Director General of the EPA Nouf Behbehani said the participation underscored Kuwait’s interest in environmental and sustainability…
Qutaiba Alghanim chairs board bringing together regional and international expertise across banking, energy, investment and corporate governance Alghanim Industries, one of the region’s largest private-sector companies, has announced the formation of the Group’s Board of Directors, chaired by Executive Chairman Qutaiba Yusuf Ahmed Alghanim, in a strategic…
The Times Kuwait Report From dog registration and rabies vaccinations to importing pets and operating animal shelters, Kuwait’s regulatory framework places responsibility on owners and animal-care operators to protect public health, ensure proper care and prevent neglect. Kuwait’s renewed focus on animal ownership and care has brought licensing, veterinary…
By Sheikha Suhaila Al-Sabah Managing Editor When a child is harmed within the family, the incident may be dismissed as a “family matter.” However, a child’s safety and dignity are not private concerns that can be concealed behind closed doors. The law protects children, and society has a responsibility to remain alert to anything that … The post Children’s…
By Legal Counsel Suha Alsahli Emtithal Law Firm A Kuwaiti company may accurately disclose its registered shareholders and still fail to identify the individual who ultimately owns or controls it. This possibility is specifically addressed in Kuwait’s guidance on beneficial ownership dated August 2026, particularly where a Kuwaiti company is partly owned by…
The Times Kuwait Report Kuwait is preparing to impose a tougher legal framework on businesses operating through concealed ownership arrangements, warning that individuals who use another person’s commercial license to run an unauthorized business could face imprisonment, substantial financial penalties and the permanent closure of their establishments.…
The price of Kuwaiti oil fell by $1.04 to $103.13 per barrel in Friday’s trading, compared to $104.17 per barrel on Thursday, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) said on Saturday. On global markets, Brent crude went up by $3.94 to $109.86 per barrel, and US West Texas Intermediate rose by $3.44 to $101.41 per barrel. Source: … The post Kuwait oil price down…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said economic reforms and precautionary measures adopted by Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have strengthened their ability to withstand the economic repercussions of the US-Iran war and the wider regional turmoil. Speaking at a joint press briefing during the annual meetings of the IMF and World Bank…
The 52nd session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) began Saturday in Baghdad, with the participation of Kuwait. The delegation is headed by the Permanent Representative to the OIC and Consul General of Kuwait in Jeddah, Yousef Al-Tunaib. The two-day session held under the theme “Dialogue and Solidarity: ……
A tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile 68 nautical miles northeast of Jubail, Saudi Arabia, on Friday, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Saturday. All crew members were reported safe and had been evacuated following the incident, while no environmental impact had been reported, according to the British maritime…
Kuwaiti charity organisations are expanding their humanitarian reach across vulnerable communities overseas, combining emergency relief with long-term investments in housing, healthcare, education and access to safe water. Through projects designed to address both immediate needs and the underlying challenges facing disadvantaged communities, these…
Foreign investments in Kuwait-listed banks fell to 4.535 billion dinars ($13.967 billion) by end-Q3 2026, down from 5.182 billion dinars ($15.960 billion) at end-2025. A report by Al-Shall Consulting Company issued Saturday indicated that a 12.5 percent decline in foreign investments in listed Kuwaiti banks, exceeding the banking sector index’s drop. These…
Commander of US Central Command Admiral Brad Cooper, updating on the effects of CENTCOM’s efforts against Iran on Friday, said that about 400 merchant ships sailed through the Strait of Hormuz last week. “When US forces conducted major combat operations during Epic Fury earlier this year, we significantly degraded Iran’s ability to project power far … The…
Kuwait’s passport ranks third among 22 countries in the Arab League passport ranking, according to Passport Reports in this report dated 13 October 2026, while standing 85th worldwide. The United Arab Emirates leads the Arab League comparison, followed by Qatar in second place. Kuwait comes next, ahead of Saudi Arabia in fourth. The grouping compares … The…
Kuwait’s national ski team won three gold medals and three silver at the UAE Freestyle Skiing (Freeski FIS) championships. The event, held in Dubai on October 14-16 under the auspices of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS), saw Salil Al-Abdullah and Safaa Al-Abdullah winning two golds and two silvers in the Style category. They … The post…
Artificial intelligence is transforming India’s workplaces, helping employees complete tasks faster and improve productivity while raising important questions about employment, professional skills and the future of entry-level jobs. From journalism and business management to law and software development, AI tools are increasingly being used to research…
Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke is set to be produced before a Special Executive Magistrate (SEM) court in Delhi following his arrest under preventive provisions ahead of the “Lehra Do Tiranga” protest at Connaught Place on October 16. Delhi Police initiated action against Dipke under Sections 126 and 170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik … The…
The Kuwait Pharmaceutical Association (KPA) held its third “Kuwait Conference for Pharmaceutical Advancement” on Friday, with health officials and international experts in attendance. Dr Ahmed Taqi, President of the Association, said the conference aims to exchange expertise, explore new pharmaceutical developments, and advance the field in Kuwait. He said…
Pope Leo XIV is making steady progress following lung surgery and is preparing for his first public appearance since the operation, with the Vatican announcing that he is expected to deliver the traditional Angelus Prayer on Sunday. Photographs released by the Vatican on Friday showed the 71-year-old pontiff celebrating Mass at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital,…
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 17: Kuwait is expected to experience hot and humid weather on Saturday, particularly in coastal areas, with a chance of light fog developing in some areas during t...
KUWAIT CITY, Oct 17: Kuwait’s Ministry of Justice issued 132,842 penal orders between July 12 and October 11, 2026, following the launch of its electronic penal order system, more...
The world’s finest restaurants, celebrated culinary destinations and innovative hospitality brands have received international recognition at the 2026 World Culinary Awards, highlighting the growing role of gastronomy in shaping travel experiences and attracting visitors from around the globe. Held at Princess Grand Jamaica, the seventh annual World…
Four Asian nationalities account for 86.1 percent of Kuwait’s domestic workforce, with Indian, Sri Lankan, Filipino and Bangladeshi workers collectively numbering 760,744 out of a total of 883,308, according to statistical data released by the Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI). The Indians form the largest group, with 344,532 domestic workers,…
Yesterday pre-orders for the iPhone Duo went live and if you were hoping to get one in Kuwait, you’re out of luck. From what I was told, the quantities of iPhone Duo’s provided to local authorized Apple Resellers was extremely low which is why some stores canceled pre-orders all together. Even the US Apple website […]
• Al-Marzouq says robust capital buffers, prudent risk management and strong regulatory oversight underpin banks’ resilience and lending capacity Kuwait’s banking sector maintains strong financial positions, high liquidity levels and solid capital adequacy, reinforcing its ability to withstand economic and financial challenges while continuing to finance…