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Arab Times
22-07-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwait Is Replacing Expats With Kuwaitis — Here's What You Need To Know
KUWAIT CITY, July 22: Acting Director of the Public Relations and Media Department at the Public Authority for Manpower (PAM) Mohammad Al- Muzaini confirmed that the authority continues to Kuwaitize jobs under government contracts. In a press statement, Al-Muzaini disclosed that PAM is currently coordinating with the ministries to Kuwaitize contracts in public entities such as the ministries of Electricity, Water Public Works and Health. He affirmed the completion of the first phase with the Ministry of Health, while awareness programs and interviews have started with the Ministry of Public Works. He stated that applications are being sorted and the authority is working in line with the national strategy to achieve balance in the labor market. He explained that the government contract Kuwaitization program aims to encourage Kuwaiti youths to work in the private sector, away from total reliance on government employment. He said the authority applies national labor quotas to companies and holds job fairs in partnership with the Union of Banks, banks and telecommunication companies. He added the authority has also started Kuwaitizing the health and hotel sectors to provide more job opportunities for Kuwaitis. He said some companies have exceeded the specified quotas and employed up to 40 percent of Kuwaitis without being obligated to do so. 'This is due to the success of the qualification and training programs of the authority, which contribute to the efforts to enKuwait Is Replacing Expats With Kuwaitis — Here's What You Need To Knowcourage qualified nationals to work in the private sector,' he elaborated.
Arab Times
14-07-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Kuwait Airport Terminal 2 Project Nears Completion
KUWAIT CITY, July 14: The Ministry of Public Works has announced that the Kuwait Airport Terminal 2 (T2) project is nearing completion and will soon be handed over to the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) for full operation. The ministry emphasized its commitment to fully governing its projects, highlighting that all supervisory roles within its contracts have been Kuwaitized in collaboration with the Public Authority for Manpower. Assistant Undersecretary for Planning and Development and official spokesperson for the Ministry and the General Authority for Roads and Land Transport, Ahmed Al-Saleh, told Al-Akhbar channel on Kuwait TV that the ministry has several ongoing and planned projects, with Terminal 2 among its flagship developments. Al-Saleh praised Minister Noura Al-Mishaan's leadership, noting her active involvement in monitoring the airport project's progress and resolving any challenges to ensure timely completion. "Overcoming obstacles is the biggest part of implementing any project," he said, adding that the high completion rates reflect the effectiveness of the minister's hands-on approach. The terminal is currently operational, with final handover preparations underway. The ministry has implemented numerous measures to sustain project momentum, including developing a geographic information system (GIS) in partnership with the Public Authority for Civil Information. This system tracks key details across 12 Ministry of Public Works projects and six General Authority for Roads and Land Transport initiatives, such as project supervisors, contracts, and contractors, accessible through a centralized platform. Al-Saleh also highlighted Minister Al-Mishaan's commitment to Kuwaitizing supervisory and engineering positions within the ministry. A Kuwaitization unit was established last year in cooperation with the Public Authority for Manpower, encouraging Kuwaiti engineers to apply for supervisory roles. Currently, all project supervisors appointed by both the ministry and contractors are Kuwaiti nationals. "The ministry has fully Kuwaitized government contracts and their governance," Al-Saleh stated. "This is a major achievement, with governance now firmly embedded within the civil service framework. We are advancing toward complete governance of all our operations."
Arab Times
12-04-2025
- Politics
- Arab Times
Teachers sacked months ago to get back their jobs
KUWAIT CITY, April 12: Several months after the termination of the services of 56 expatriate public school teachers for slow learners, those with learning difficulties and Down syndrome the Ministry of Education reversed its decision and asked for the approval of the Civil Service Commission (CSC) to reinstate these teachers. According to an official letter from the ministry, the Coordination and Follow-up Department attached the list of these teachers, along with a request for replacements, to make the appropriate decision. The acting undersecretary of the ministry had earlier approved the decision to terminate these teachers under Article Four (bis). Withdrawal The CSC agreed on the withdrawal of the termination decision as per the request of the ministry, confirming it is possible to take such a step. It clarified that the teachers covered by the decision are not entitled to receive a salary for the period they were absent due to the decision. It added that a copy of decisions related to these teachers has been forwarded to the concerned entities for completion of reinstatement procedures. Article Four (bis), which the ministry used as the basis for approving the termination of these teachers due to its unwillingness to continue its contract with them, is part of the general policy of the State on the Kuwaitization of jobs in government agencies through the termination of expatriate staff. This is following Article Three of Civil Service Council Resolution No. 11/2017, which stipulates the rules and regulations for Kuwaitizing government jobs. It mandates the CSC to conduct an annual study to identify the job groups covered by Kuwaitization and the percentage of the Kuwaiti workforce. Target The target number of Kuwaiti employees out of the total workforce is determined in each government entity separately, and then the number of non-Kuwaiti employees whose services must be terminated is determined to reach the specified percentage
Arab Times
20-02-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
No more non-Kuwaiti appointments in Ministry of Commerce
KUWAIT CITY, Feb 20: Minister of Commerce and Industry Khalifa Al-Ajeel has issued a decision to halt the appointment of non-Kuwaitis in the Ministry of Commerce and the government agencies affiliated with the ministry. In a press statement, the Ministry of Commerce explained that this decision is part of the broader national efforts to localize public sector jobs. It is also based on the Civil Service Commission's Resolution No. (11) of 2017, which outlines the rules and procedures for Kuwaitizing government jobs. Additionally, it refers to Circular No. (3) of 2017, which grants priority in appointments to non-Kuwaiti children of Kuwaiti mothers, issued on March 22, 2017. The ministry emphasized that the decision mandates all concerned parties within the Ministry of Commerce and its affiliated entities to adhere strictly to the Civil Service decisions. This includes the prohibition of appointing or renewing the contracts of non-Kuwaitis in all government positions, except where allowed under the terms of the Civil Service resolutions and Circular No. (3) of 2017, particularly in accordance with Clause (4) of the mentioned circular.
Arab Times
28-01-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Minister calls to support local agricultural products in Kuwait
KUWAIT CITY, Jan 28: Dr. Amthal AlHuwailah, Minister of Social Affairs, Family, and Childhood Affairs, emphasized on Monday the importance of supporting local agricultural products and increasing their presence in consumer cooperative societies and sales outlets. She highlighted the ministry's commitment to developing the cooperative sector to further benefit the national economy. This statement came after a meeting held by AlHuwailah with the follow-up committee for supporting local agricultural products in consumer cooperative societies. According to the Ministry of Social Affairs, AlHuwailah explained that the meeting addressed several recommendations aimed at strengthening support for local products and ensuring adherence to the designated percentage of support. She noted that the ministry is working to improve control mechanisms to achieve a balance in supplying local products within cooperative societies, while also ensuring compliance with the regulations governing their support. Furthermore, AlHuwailah mentioned that the meeting concluded with the establishment of a new mechanism to organize the purchasing process within cooperative societies. This new approach aims to ensure transparency and fairness in dealings with local producers. She added that the follow-up committee will provide the ministry with regular reports on its activities and recommendations, which will contribute to more efficient monitoring and development to achieve the desired goals. In conclusion, AlHuwailah stressed the importance of "Kuwaitizing" the workforce within cooperative societies, as this would help create job opportunities for Kuwaitis and further support the national product in line with the country's sustainable development goals.
