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Kuwait shooting team concludes Kazakhstan tourney participation with eight medals
Kuwait Times
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August 29, 2025
KUWAIT: Kuwait shooting sports team concluded its participation in the 16th Asian Championship Rifle, Pistol, and Shotgun, which was held in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, earning eight medals—two gold, two silver, and four bronze. Speaking to KUNA, head...
Kuwait’s political hiatus brings opportunity
MEED
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August 29, 2025
Parliamentary suspension delivers key reforms, but broader challenges for the country now loom Become a MEED subscriber for unlimited access to: Exclusive news, comment and analysis on the MENA region An unrivalled 20-year old archive Exclusive...
New Kuwait City property rules bring opportunities, uncertainty
Kuwait Times
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August 30, 2025
New regulations shrink size of studios, mandate parking spots for all apartments on site KUWAIT: New regulations for investment properties in Kuwait City aim to modernize the area, but developers may face challenges under the updated rules,...
‘Chengdu Gifts’ Cultural and Creative Exhibition debuts in Kuwait, showcasing Tianfu culture in the Middle East
Arab Times
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August 30, 2025
Liu Jinhong, Director of China Cultural Center KUWAIT CITY, Aug 30: On August 29, the ‘Chengdu Gifts’ Cultural and Creative Exhibition in Kuwait 2025 will open at the China Cultural Center in Kuwait. Jointly organized by the China Cultural Center...
Future of petrochemicals in Kuwait
Arab Times
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August 30, 2025
THE repeated question in Kuwait is: Why do we lag behind the rest of our neighbors in the petrochemicals field, although we were the first in the region to do so exclusively with local inventors? We have invested in Europe, the USA, and more...
Kuwait oil price drops 23 cents to $70.42 pb
Zawya
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KUWAIT -- The price of Kuwaiti oil dropped 23 cents to USD 70.42 per barrel (pb) on Thursday, compared to USD 70.65 pb on Wednesday, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) said on Friday. In global markets, Brent crude went up by 57 cents to USD 68.62...
Kuwait-based Money Basket opens 2 branches amid expansion
GCC Business News
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August 29, 2025
Money Basket International Exchange Co., a licensed currency exchange and remittance provider in Kuwait, has opened two new branches in Al-Jahra and Mubarkiah. This strategic expansion strengthens the company’s footprint and enhances accessibility...
Kuwait new school canteen rules: Health, oversight, and nutrition come first
The Times of India
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Kuwait introduces new rules for school canteens/Representative Image Kuwait’s Public Authority for Food and Nutrition (PAFN) has enforced updated regulations for school canteens, under Ministerial Resolution No. 5. These regulations elevate food...
Kuwait busts three criminal networks in visa fraud
Gulf News
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Dubai: Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior announced it has dismantled three separate criminal groups accused of forging work permits, trafficking in illegal visas, and conducting unauthorised cross-border money transfers.
Kuwait Airways and Impulse sign strategic agreement
Kuwait Times
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August 27, 2025
Significant collaboration to support the national carrier’s digital transformation journey KUWAIT: In a significant step towards enhancing its digital transformation journey, Kuwait Airways signed a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Impulse...
Kuwait’s fifth relief plane departs for Gaza with 10 tons of food
Madhyamam
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August 29, 2025
Kuwait sent its fifth relief plane to Gaza on Thursday. The aircraft left Abdullah Al-Mubarak Air Base for Jordan’s Marka Military Airport with 10 tons of food supplies. This flight is part of the second Kuwaiti air bridge. The Kuwait Red Crescent...
Kuwait Emir Appoints Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali as Minister of Amiri Diwan
Asharq Al-Awsat
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August 29, 2025
Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah signed a decree appointing Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali Al-Sabah as Minister of the Amiri Diwan Affairs as of September 1. The decree stipulated that Sheikh Hamad to be appointed with the rank...
Kuwait Airways increases frequency of flights from Thiruvananthapuram airport
The Hindu
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August 28, 2025
Kuwait Airways has increased the frequency of flights from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport to Kuwait from five to six a week from September 3. It has been one of the long-pending demands of passengers from the southern districts, said...
Kuwait Deports Nepali Expat Wanted For Human Trafficking
Arab Times
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August 28, 2025
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 28: In a high-stakes operation, Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has deported a Nepalese expatriate, identified as (K. Sh.), on charges of human trafficking and migrant smuggling. The man, who had been living quietly in Kuwait, was...
Kuwait, Italy hold talks to enhance military relations
Arab Times
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August 28, 2025
Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Sabah receives the Italian Ambassador to Kuwait Lorenzo Morini, in his office KUWAIT CITY, Aug 28: Kuwaiti Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Sabah received Italian Ambassador to...
Investing in young medical minds to shape Kuwait’s future
Arab Times
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August 30, 2025
Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi addresses medical graduates at the KIMS event. KUWAIT CITY, Aug 30: Minister of Health and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Kuwait Institute for Medical Specializations (KIMS), Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi, on Thursday, affirmed...
Kuwait wins UN praise for leading push on reform
Kuwait Times
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August 28, 2025
NEW YORK: UN member states have praised Kuwait for steering difficult negotiations on reforming the Security Council, one of the most divisive and long-running issues at the United Nations. The recognition came during the General Assembly’s 89th...
Kuwait Increases Expat Hiring Fees To Boost Nationals In Private Sector
Gulf Insider
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August 28, 2025
Kuwait plans to impose higher fees on companies hiring expatriates for jobs that could be filled by citizens, part of a renewed drive to accelerate “Kuwaitization” and reduce dependence on foreign labour. The measures, announced by the Public...
Kenya Vs Kuwait Live Streaming, ICC CWC Challenge League A, 2024-26 Match 27: Toss Update, Playing XIs
Outlook India
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August 30, 2025
Kenya: Pushkar Sharma, Dhiren Gondaria(c), Sukhdeep Singh(w), Sachin Bhudia, Rakep Patel, Jasraj Kundi, Francis Mutua, Lucas Oluoch, Nelson Odhiambo, Vishil Patel, Vraj Patel, Gerard Mwendwa, Peter Langat, Irfan Karim, Rushab Patel, Tanzeel...
UAE President offers condolences to Emir of Kuwait over passing of family member
Khaleej Times
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The UAE President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a cable of condolences to Sheikh Meshal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, Emir of Kuwait, expressing his sincere condolences on the death of Sheikh Ali Abdullah Al Khalifa Al Sabah. Sheikh...