| Kuwait hosts 35th GCC justice ministers meeting, stresses unity and cooperation
Minister of Justice Nasser Al-Sumait on Sunday affirmed that the 35th meeting of GCC justice ministers reflects the spirit of Gulf unity and the collective commitment to advancing joint legal cooperation. |
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| Nod to conditional foreign ownership of property in Kuwait
An Amiri decree published in the official gazette Kuwait Al-Youm on Sunday has allowed listed companies in which non-Kuwaitis have shares to own property in the country, excluding private residences. |
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| PM chairs meeting on Kuwait-China MoUs, agreements implementation
His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah chaired the 30th meeting of the ministerial committee tasked with following up on the implementation of agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) signed between the governments of Kuwait and China. |
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| Saudi, Japan to develop digital medicine strategies
Tokyo-based Medident has signed an agreement with Saudi Arabia institutions to link Japan’s medical digital transformation strategy with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 plan. |
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| Kingdom arrests 21,403 illegals in one week
Saudi authorities arrested 21,403 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. |
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| Saudi Arabia, Morocco forge pact to protect investments
Saudi Arabia and Morocco have signed an agreement to encourage and protect mutual investments, aiming to safeguard investors’ rights and boost cross-border capital flows as the two nations strengthen economic cooperation. |
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| Abu Dhabi signs multi-sector agreements in US investment push
The UAE strengthened its economic partnership with the US during a three-day visit to New York, where Abu Dhabi officials signed a series of agreements in technology, finance, energy, and manufacturing. |
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| Kuwait seeks stronger Japan investment ties
Kuwait is keen to boost its appeal to Japanese investors and expand bilateral economic cooperation, Kuwaiti Ambassador to Japan Sami Al-Zamanan said. |
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| Labor deposits further eased; Afya abolished
The Public Authority of Manpower on Sunday further cancelled more financial guarantees taken from employers as security deposits to ensure the rights of expat workers in case of labor disputes. Kuwaiti employers were required to pay a security deposit of KD 250 per expat worker for several types of workers, especially those in menial jobs, as insurance for their rights. |
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| Weyay Bank signs partnership with talabat to offer select customers a 30% cashback
Weyay Bank, the first digital bank in Kuwait, announced a new partnership with talabat, the leading on-demand delivery platform in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), to offer a unique benefit to its select cardholders. |
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| UAE: Can debtors request for bank loan restructuring to help make repayment easier?
Question: I am a single mother who has fallen on hard times. I am struggling with significant credit card and loan debts from multiple banks. Are there any legal options available to help me manage this situation? I am not looking for charity – rather, is there a way to restructure all my debts from multiple banks into a single loan so I can repay them in monthly instalments? |
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| UAE: Man awarded over Dh600,000 in fraud case; defendants to be deported
The Abu Dhabi Family and Civil Court has recently awarded a man Dh661,034 after a group of people defrauded him. |
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| Kuwait, Guinea negotiating new labor deal: Official
The Embassy of the Republic of Guinea in Kuwait held a reception Thursday marking its 67th National Day. On the sidelines of the event, Deputy Assistant Foreign Minister for African Affairs Nayef Mohammed Al-Mudhaf highlighted the depth of Kuwaiti–Guinean relations, describing them as long-standing and rooted in history. |
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| Saudi Arabia, Mexico forge partnership on financial oversight and auditing standards
Saudi Arabia and Mexico have signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation in accounting, auditing, and professional oversight, marking a new chapter in their relations. |
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| Can tenants claim compensation from landlords for maintenance costs?
Question: I live in a one-bedroom apartment in Dubai and recently experienced a maintenance emergency over the weekend. My kitchen flooded due to a clogged drain. I contacted my real estate company — which also manages our maintenance — multiple times, but they did not send anyone. |
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| Gulf Bank signs partnership agreement with the Institute of Banking Studies
Following the preliminary approval granted by the Central Bank of Kuwait, Gulf Bank has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with the Institute of Banking Studies (IBS) to provide specialized training programs, reinforcing the Bank’s ongoing efforts to transition into a Sharia-compliant institution. |
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| Bahri signs deal with IMI for first Saudi-built large-scale fleet
Saudi Arabia’s national shipping carrier Bahri has ordered six Ultramax bulk carriers from International Maritime Industries, marking the Kingdom’s first large-scale commercial vessel project. |
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| Saudi Arabia signs 5 agreements with Vietnamese firms to expand investment footprint
Saudi Arabia has signed five agreements with Vietnamese firms spanning construction, tourism, and infrastructure, expanding its investment footprint in the Southeast Asian nation. |
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| Investment Ministry, Cultural Fund sign deal to attract international companies
The Ministry of Investment has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Cultural Development Fund to explore areas of cooperation in cultural investment and attract international companies to the Saudi cultural sector. |
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| Colnaghi launches first Middle East gallery in Riyadh with $2.7m investment
Colnaghi, one of the world’s oldest art galleries, has signed an agreement with Sarat Investment Holding to open its first gallery in the Middle East. |
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| KSA signs air transport agreements with 17 countries
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia signed a series of bilateral agreements and memoranda of understanding with 17 countries during the 42nd General Assembly of the UN International Civil Aviation Organization, the SPA reported on Tuesday. |
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| Saudi Arabia and South Korea deepen cooperation in innovation and SMEs
Saudi-Korean bilateral cooperation in innovation and enterprises is set to flourish after the two nations discussed expansion opportunities in high-potential sectors. |
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| Dubai: Medical claim denied? Here's what you can do to dispute refusal by insurer
Question: If an insurer in Dubai denies a legitimate medical claim, can I dispute it? What would the legal process look like if they do not agree? |
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| KSrelief, UNOPS to support children’s hospitals in Syria
The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center and the UN Office for Project Services signed a joint executive program to support children’s hospitals in northern Syria with specialized medical equipment. |
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| Saudi Arabia freezes rents in Riyadh for 5 years
Saudi Arabia has enacted sweeping new regulations to stabilize rental prices in Riyadh, including a five-year freeze on increases for residential and commercial properties. |
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| Saudi firm signs deal with Syria to develop digital healthcare services
A Saudi company that specializes in providing digital health solutions and e-services this week signed a deal with Syria to help develop its healthcare infrastructure. |
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| Saudi Arabia and Qatar provide $89m of support for Syrian public-sector workers
Saudi Arabia and Qatar are providing $89 million of financial aid to support public-sector workers in the Syrian Arab Republic for three months. |
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| KSrelief, UNDP to empower Cameroon’s displaced
Saudi Arabia’s aid agency KSrelief has signed a cooperation agreement with the UN Development Programme to empower internally displaced youth and women in Cameroon through vocational training and livelihood support. |
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| Saudi Arabia, Boeing agree deal on advanced air mobility
US aircraft manufacturer Boeing has inked an agreement with Saudi Arabia to explore partnerships and investments in the advanced air mobility sector. |
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| Kuwait committed to ASEAN treaty on peace, cooperation
Kuwait’s Ambassador to Indonesia Khaled Al-Yassin has stressed that Kuwait attaches great importance to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC) for its fundamental principles of promoting peace, stability, mutual respect, and non-interference, as well as its emphasis on the peaceful settlement of disputes. |
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| Dubai: What changes in will can a couple make after parting ways?
My wife and I are parting ways on mutual terms. What changes am I legally permitted to make to my will in Dubai under these circumstances? What are the relevant rules and procedures I should be aware of? |
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| Ministry arrests 25,533 people in single week for violating residency, labor and border laws
A total of 25,533 people were arrested between Sept. 11 and 17 for violating residency, labor and border security laws, according to a report by the Saudi Press Agency. |
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| Kuwait, US strengthen military cooperation
The Kuwaiti Army General Staff announced on Saturday that a training coordination meeting was held between the Kuwaiti Land Force Command and the US Army Central Command, aimed at strengthening military cooperation and exchanging expertise. |
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| GCC boosts environmental cooperation
Acting Director General of the Environment Public Authority (EPA) Nouf Behbehani has reaffirmed the depth of environmental cooperation among Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, particularly in the areas of environment and emergency management, praising joint efforts to advance sustainability and protect the region’s ecosystems. |
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| KISR chief: Kuwait, IAEA ink three cooperation agreements
The State of Kuwait and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have hammered out three agreements during the 69th IAEA annual conference which concluded Friday, said the Director General of the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR).In a statement to KUNA, Dr. Faisal Al-Humaidan said that some of the signed agreements extend for 10 years. |
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| Saudi crown prince, Pakistani PM sign joint strategic defense agreement
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif signed a joint strategic defense agreement in Riyadh on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. |
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| Saudi Arabia, New Zealand deepen ties with $100m in commercial deals
Saudi Arabia is one of the most dynamic markets in the Middle East, New Zealand’s trade minister has claimed after deals valued at $100 million were signed by businesses from the two countries. |
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| Google Pay, Alipay+ to launch in Saudi Arabia: SAMA
Google Pay will be rolled out across Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom’s central bank announced during the Money20/20 Middle East event. |
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| Deal to enhance digital judicial services in KSA
Minister of Justice and Chairman of the Supreme Judicial Council Walid Al-Samaani met with Governor of the Digital Government Authority Ahmed Al-Suwaiyan to strengthen their strategic partnership and improve digital judicial services. |
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| Egypt signs trio of new oil, gas deals
Egypt has signed three oil and gas agreements worth over $121 million with international firms, boosting its energy sector through new exploration and drilling projects across key hydrocarbon zones. |
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| Forum highlights law as pillar of state stability
Under the patronage of Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji inaugurated the ministry’s first forum on World Law Day in Riyadh on Saturday. |
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| Kingdom arrests 21,339 illegals in one week
Saudi authorities arrested 21,339 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. |
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| Saudi Arabia, South Africa expand economic ties across key sectors
Saudi Arabia and South Africa agreed to expand cooperation in trade, investment, energy, mining and infrastructure, deepening economic ties during the 10th session of their Joint Committee in Riyadh. |
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| Saudi Arabia grants Syria 1.65m barrels of oil
Saudi Arabia has granted the Syrian Arab Republic 1.65 million barrels of crude oil under the directives of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. |
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| New decree regulates expatriates’ ownership of real estate in Kuwait
The council of ministers has recently approved an Amiri decree allowing listed companies in which non-Kuwaitis have shares to own real estate in the country provided the ownership does not include private residence. |
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| Saudi Arabia welcomes Iran-IAEA agreement under Egypt’s auspices
Saudi Arabia on Tuesday welcomed the signing of an agreement to resume joint cooperation between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), reached under the auspices of Egypt. |
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| Jeddah to get new EV charging stations under Petromin partnership
Jeddah’s electric-vehicle charging network is set for expansion after the city’s transport authority signed a memorandum of understanding with Petromin Co. to develop new charging stations in Saudi Arabia’s second-largest city. |
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| Cabinet approves draft laws on real estate, children
The Cabinet on Tuesday received a detailed presentation from Governor of the Central Bank of Kuwait Basel Ahmad Al-Haroun on Fitch Ratings’ recent affirmation of Kuwait’s sovereign credit rating at AA- with a stable outlook, highlighting the country’s strong domestic financial position and exceptionally robust external balance. |
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| WHO Kuwait, Lei Wa Lakom ink MoU
The World Health Organization (WHO), through its Kuwait country office, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lei Wa Lakom a social enterprise dedicated to strengthening collaboration on health awareness, mental wellbeing and community empowerment in Kuwait. |
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| PIF signs MoU with Macquarie to boost Saudi infrastructure, energy transition projects
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund signed a memorandum of understanding with Macquarie Asset Management to expand investments in infrastructure and energy transition projects, marking the latest move to attract global partners. |