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Kuwait Airways and stc sign joint cooperation protocol to enhance digital services
Tourism Breaking News (UAE)
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August 25, 2025
Post Views: 131 Kuwait Airways and Kuwait Telecommunications Company ‘stc’ have signed a joint cooperation protocol which aims to strengthen cooperation between the two entities in developing both the telecommunication and aviation sectors,...
Kuwait bars public healthcare access for visit visa holders
The Economic Times
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August 25, 2025
Kuwait has announced that individuals entering the country on temporary or visit visas will no longer be eligible for services at public hospitals, specialty centres, or primary care clinics. The decision was issued by Health Minister Dr Ahmad Al...
Kuwait Reaffirms Six-Month Jail, KD 200,000 Fine For Marine Polluters
Arab Times
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August 24, 2025
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 24: The Environment Public Authority (EPA) has reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the country’s marine environment, stressing that strict penalties remain in force against anyone found guilty of intentionally polluting...
Malaysia drops plan to buy Kuwait F/A-18 fighter jets
Defence Blog
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August 27, 2025
Malaysia has canceled its plan to acquire F/A-18C/D Hornet fighter jets from the Kuwait Air Force, according to a report by Malaysian news site Twentytwo13, citing sources familiar with the decision. The outlet said the cancellation stems from...
MoH launches awareness campaign for Kuwait National Health Survey
Arab Times
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August 27, 2025
The inaugural awareness campaign introducing the National Health Survey project. KUWAIT CITY, Aug 27: The Ministry of Health (MoH) launched the first awareness campaign for the Kuwait National Health Survey on Wednesday, marking a significant step...
Kuwait fishermen urge reforms and wider access to fishing areas
Arab Times
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August 24, 2025
Fresh shrimp catch helps stabilize fish market prices and supports local livelihoods. KUWAIT CITY, Aug 24: Kuwait’s fishermen have landed more than 273 tons of shrimp and 300 tons of assorted fish in the East and Fahaheel markets this month, as...
Kuwait Dismantles Illegal Markets, Shuts Shops In Jleeb & Khaitan Sweep
Arab Times
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August 23, 2025
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 23: As part of ongoing efforts to combat violations and negative practices, the Criminal Security Sector, under the direct supervision of His Excellency Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of...
Kuwait Bans Public Healthcare Access For Visit Visa Holders
Gulf Insider
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August 23, 2025
Kuwait’s Ministry of Health has announced that individuals entering the country on temporary or visit visas will no longer be eligible for healthcare services at public hospitals, speciality centres, or primary care clinics. The move is aimed at...
Kuwait Municipality urges compliance with safety standards in construction
Arab Times
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August 23, 2025
Kuwait Municipality urges strict safety compliance in construction sites. KUWAIT CITY, Aug 23: The Kuwait Municipality emphasized the importance of ensuring a healthy and safe work environment for laborers and implementing safety standards in...
Kuwait bets big on Vision 2035: $32 bln investment and 50,000 jobs to reshape the nation
The Arabian Stories
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August 23, 2025
KUWAIT CITY : Kuwait has unveiled one of the most ambitious economic transformation drives in its history, announcing a sweeping package of 124 megaprojects valued at KD 10 billion (USD 32.6 billion) under the New Kuwait 2035 Vision. The programme...
Six-Month Jail, Up To KD200,000 Fine For Marine Polluters In Kuwait
Gulf Insider
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August 26, 2025
Kuwait’s Environment Public Authority (EPA) has issued a stern warning to anyone who pollutes the country’s marine environment, announcing that violators face up to six months in jail and fines reaching KD 200,000 ($655,000). The EPA reiterated...
Wego recommends last minute summer trips for Kuwaiti travelers
Mid East Information
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August 26, 2025
Dubai, UAE – August , 2025 – Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), presents a curated list of last-minute trips for Kuwaiti travelers to celebrate the end of summer....
Ooredoo data centers obtain ISO certifications for Safety and Sustainability
GCC Business News
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August 26, 2025
Bousher and Sohar Data Centers, the state-of-the-art data center projects of Ooredoo Oman, have been awarded the prestigious ISO/IEC 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) and ISO/IEC 14001 (Environmental Management) certifications. These...
Kuwait's Economy Bounces Back in Q1 – Will Foreign Investment Be Key to Sustained Growth?
Arab Times
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August 22, 2025
Kuwait’s economy experienced some substantial growth in the first quarter of 2025, with a 1% year-on-year increase in real GDP. According to the National Bank of Kuwait, this marks a return to positive territory after seven consecutive quarters of...
Scientific Center aims to fuse Kuwaiti heritage and modern science with new partnership
Arab Times
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August 26, 2025
The Scientific Center signs a Memorandum of Understanding with the Kuwait Heritage Society. KUWAIT CITY, Aug 26: Director General of the Scientific Center, Musaed Al-Yaseen, affirmed Monday the center’s commitment to blending the authenticity of...
Date announced: flynas resumes direct flights between Jeddah and Kuwait
Gulf Business
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August 26, 2025
Image credit: Supplied flynas has announced the resumption of direct flights between Jeddah and Kuwait starting November 1, 2025. The move is part of the airline’s broader expansion strategy and aligns with national aviation and tourism objectives...
Kuwait pushes ahead with economic reforms, major projects under New Kuwait 2035 Vision
Kuwait Times
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August 21, 2025
KUWAIT: Integrated government action linking economic diplomacy with strategic partners, alongside a comprehensive system of internal reforms, is driving a major transformation in project development across Kuwait. The shift reflects a clear...
Kuwait bans public healthcare access for visitors
Gulf News
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The decision was issued by Health Minister Dr Ahmad Al Awadhi. In a statement, the ministry said the measure is designed to ensure the sustainability of Kuwait’s healthcare system, maintain service quality, and direct medical resources to those...
Kuwait ties up with China for oil lake cleanup effort
China Daily Global
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KUWAIT CITY — Kuwait has kicked off a major environmental cleanup effort as the first unit of an oil lake crude recovery project, led by China's Jereh Group, completed its trial run on Wednesday. The project falls under the Kuwait Environmental...
Will formulate ‘student politics policy’ for DU
Daily Star
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September 2, 2025
The independent panel, led by Umama Fatema, has promised that if it wins in Ducsu polls, it will establish student-friendly politics at Dhaka University, free from party allegiance. It said that for having such a campus, they would formulate a...