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Zawya
16 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
CMA outlines rules for investment dealings with 'former Kuwaiti citizens'
KUWAIT CITY - The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has issued Circular No. 20 of 2025, outlining key regulations for dealing with individuals whose Kuwaiti citizenship has been revoked under the "Noble work" clause of Article 5 of Amiri Decree No. 15 of 1959, which governs the Kuwaiti Nationality Law. The circular, addressed to all licensed entities and authorized persons, follows the Ministry of Interior's statement issued on July 10, which detailed the legal status, residency rules, and restricted rights applicable to those affected by this category of citizenship revocation. According to the CMA, the objective of the circular is to ensure full compliance with the legal and regulatory frameworks that govern the treatment of such individuals, particularly within the investment and financial sectors. The Authority emphasized the importance of adjusting internal policies accordingly to avoid violations. Key regulatory measures The circular highlighted main controls that authorized entities must follow: Revoked Individuals Not Considered Kuwaitis: Anyone whose citizenship has been withdrawn under the 'Noble work' clause will no longer be considered a Kuwaiti citizen to implement CMA laws and regulations. Such individuals will also lose eligibility for rights and benefits granted to Kuwaiti citizens once the grace period granted by the Ministry of Interior expires. Verification of Legal Status: All authorized persons must verify the legal status and valid residency of clients affected by the Amiri Decree. This includes examining official documents confirming their status post-citizenship revocation. For decrees issued before July 20, 2025, the four-month grace period begins from that date. For future cases, the grace period will begin from the date of issuance of each new revocation decree. Review and Update of Client Records:: In the case of existing investment transactions or business relationships with affected individuals, their legal status must be reviewed and updated to ensure alignment with current legal and regulatory frameworks during the status adjustment period. Additionally, the CMA advised that if any licensed person seeks official clarification on a client's status, they should contact the Article Eight Affairs Office at the Ministry of Interior, which is the competent authority responsible for determining applicable benefits and procedures in these cases. The Authority stressed the necessity for full adherence to applicable legislation and related decrees concerning citizenship revocation. It urged licensed firms and individuals to revise their internal compliance policies to avoid unauthorized dealings or regulatory breaches. This move reflects Kuwait's broader efforts to ensure legal clarity and institutional alignment in handling sensitive nationality-related cases within the country's financial and investment sectors.
Arab News
2 days ago
- Business
- Arab News
Coalition hosts anti-terror finance training in Comoros
The Saudi Arabia-backed Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition has launched a five-day training course in Moroni, Comoros, focused on combating terrorism financing and money laundering. The course aims to equip participants with information on national and international legal frameworks related to these issues, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday. It focuses on skills to analyze financial data and detect suspicious activities, raise public awareness of related risks, and develop effective prevention and coordination mechanisms among regulatory, security, and financial authorities. Participants include representatives from regulatory and judicial bodies, the Ministry of Interior, law enforcement agencies, financial institutions, non-financial businesses, and non-profit organizations. The course reflects the coalition's commitment to enhance international cooperation and develop national civil and military competencies to combat these crimes. It also aims to create a professional training environment that fosters integrated and effective systems to combat financial threats linked to terrorism.
Khaleej Times
2 days ago
- Climate
- Khaleej Times
Heaviest rainfall in 27 years: How Fujairah battled floods on this day, 3 years ago
Today, three years ago, Fujairah saw unprecedented flooding as residents waded through thigh-deep waters after the emirate experienced the heaviest rainfall in 27 years. The leaders of the nation came together to battle the unforeseen circumstances, ordering the military to army to support rescue efforts. Around 900 people were rescued after flash floods hit the Northern Emirates, while over 3,897 individuals were placed in temporary shelters in Fujairah and Sharjah. Following two days of incessant rains, Fujairah's port station recorded 255.2mm of water, the highest in the UAE during July. While the second highest was recorded in Masafi which was 209.7mm and the third highest was noted in Fujairah Airport with 187.9mm of rain. It wreaked havoc on infrastructure, leaving residents stranded, as they headed to hotels — many of which had hiked their prices amid a rise in demand. In the days that followed, cars could be seen overturned after being swept away by the floods. In the video below, recovery companies can be seen attempting to clear vehicles that had been washed away. The UAE's Ministry of Interior had said that seven people of Asian descent were confirmed dead in the wake of the floods. In a statement, Brigadier General Dr Ali Salem Al Tunaiji, director-general of the Ministry of Interior Federal Central Operations, said, 'We regret to inform you that six people of Asian nationalities have been found dead due to the floods in the Emirates.' 'The Ministry of Interior offers its condolences to the families of the victims,' he added.
Al Bawaba
3 days ago
- Al Bawaba
Who is Ayman Sabry, the Egyptian man reportedly tortured to death by police?
ALBAWABA - Protests recently erupted in Egypt after the death of a young Egyptian man named Ayman Sabry, who was found dead inside the Belqas police station in the Dakahlia Governorate with reported torture marks on his body. According to local reports, Sabry was detained on July 21 over charges of drug trafficking and weapons possession. Egypt's Ministry of Interior released a statement stating that the young man died after he felt a sudden state of fatigue in his cell. Sabry was later transferred to a hospital but died there. The ministry added that Sabry was serving time with two other inmates who were also under investigation. However, neither of the inmates was suspected or accused of Sabry's death. شاب بكلية الهندسة.... تم تعذيبه بالكهرباء فى أماكن حساسة...وتوفى فجر اليوم على يد امين شرطه... — The Godfather (@lblrwy699913) July 27, 2025 Additionally, the ministry revealed that the Public Prosecution Office took over the investigation and has ordered the forensic medicine department to conduct a medical examination of the body before proper burial. In response to Ayman Sbary's death, protests erupted in Egypt's streets over the suspicion of police brutality and accusations of corruption. The protestors chanted, "The people want the downfall of the regime." The protests also erupted due to rumored reports claiming that Sabry was subjected to torture by the Egyptian police during his sentence, including methods like electrocution. However, the ministry didn't disclose details about the torture incident. A social media user wrote on X (formerly known as Twitter), "A young man at the Faculty of Engineering... was tortured with electricity in sensitive areas... and passed away at dawn today at the hands of a police officer..." According to several social media users, Sabry was a young man attending the Faculty of Engineering at a local Egyptian university.
Zawya
7 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi ministry launches new digital services on Absher platform
RIYADH — Director of Public Security Lt. Gen. Mohammed Al-Bassami on Wednesday inaugurated a new set of digital services offered by Public Security via the Ministry of Interior's Absher platform. Under the patronage of Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, Minister of Interior, the launch took place during the 'Digital Transformation Forum: Technology and the Future' held at the Public Security headquarters in Riyadh. The newly launched services include several additions to the 'Absher Individuals' platform, such as transferring vehicle ownership to businesses and new features for air rifle permits, including ownership transfer and license renewal. On the 'Absher Business' portal, new features include the 'Accident Report' service and several services related to rock-cutting activities, such as canceling rock-cutting material usage permits, canceling rock discharge and transport permits, and adding new materials to existing permits. These additions are part of the Ministry of Interior's ongoing efforts to accelerate digital transformation, improve quality of life, and streamline procedures for citizens, residents, and visitors. The services aim to reduce in-person visits and save time by offering automated processes across the security sector. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
