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Arab Times
02-07-2025
- Politics
- Arab Times
Kuwait Cabinet approves civil aviation body rebrand
KUWAIT CITY, July 2: The Kuwaiti Cabinet on Tuesday approved a draft decree-law renaming Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) as 'Public Authority for Civil Aviation'. The move was decided during the Cabinet's customary weekly meeting, held at Bayan Palace under the chairmanship of His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. It reflects the Kuwaiti government's realization of the dire need for a modern and integrated piece of legislation to regulate the country's civil aviation, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Shereeda Al-Mousherji said in a press statement following the meeting. This fresh legislation, the minister maintained, would ensure this vital sector's required resilience to cope with global advancements in this domain. It is also deemed one of the main requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and prime determinant for licensing airports and air navigation facilities, the minister explained. The Cabinet decided to refer the draft decree-law to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al- Sabah for final approval. At the onset of its weekly meeting, the Cabinet was apprised of letters addressed to His Highness the Amir from leaders of some sisterly and friendly countries regarding aspects of joint cooperation covering various domains. The Cabinet, then, approved a draft decree-law replacing Article (58 bis) of Law No. (31)/1970 amending some provisions of Penal Code No. (16)/1960, which stipulates that any civil servant who deliberately declines to implement a court ruling after 90 days of notification shall be punished with imprisonment for two years and a fine of KD 3,000-KD20,000 or by either. Recommendations made by the ministerial committee of legal affairs regarding draft laws, agreements and MoUs between Kuwait and sisterly and friendly countries were also given the thumbs up during the meeting. Finally, the Cabinet mourned former minister of information Dr. Bader Al-Yaqoub, who passed away earlier in the day, remembering the efforts and achievements he had made during his ministerial career. (KUNA)
Gulf Insider
04-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Kuwait Bans Cryptocurrency Mining
Kuwait has banned cryptocurrency mining as it looks to regulate the activity and cut down on overloads of electricity network. The Ministry of Interior warned against cryptocurrency mining practices by individuals and entities in Kuwait, which is unlicensed activity and a direct violation of the county's law, particularly: Law No. (31) of 1970 amending certain provisions of the Penal Code No. (16) of 1960 Law No. (37) of 2014 establishing the Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) Law No. (56) of 1996 related to the industry law Law No. (33) of 2016 concerning Kuwait Municipality The ministry stressed that cryptocurrency mining caused excessive electricity energy which resulted in increasing the load on public power network. Kuwait cryptocurrency mining ban It also causes power outages in residential. commercial and service areas, in a way which poses a threat to public safety and disrupts providing regular essential services. This warning came according to joint coordination between Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, Public Authority of Communications and Information Technology, Public Authority for Industry and Kuwait Municipality. These efforts are a part of joint national initiative to combat these illegal activities and reduce its adverse effects on the electrical infrastructure. The Ministry of Interior urged violators to promptly rectify their stances, and in case of their failure to do so, they will be referred to competent authorities for further legal procedures, in accordance with applicable laws. The Ministry of Interior, represented by the Criminal Security Sector, conducted a security campaign last month, targeting several houses used for illegal cryptocurrency mining activities. The campaign resulted in the seizure of violated properties and confiscation of advanced equipment and devices used for cryptocurrency mining, in a clear violation of the law. Legal action has been taken against violated property owners in preparation to refer them to competent authorities. The Ministry emphasised its commitment to continuing its intensive security campaigns in collaboration with the relevant authorities to ensure the implementation of the laws. Source Arabian Business
Zawya
23-04-2025
- Zawya
Cryptocurrency mining in Kuwait is illegal
KUWAIT CITY - The Ministry of Interior (MoI) issued a warning on Tuesday regarding unauthorized cryptocurrency mining activities within Kuwait, stating that these activities are unlicensed and a direct violation of the country's laws. In a press statement from the General Department of Security Relations and Media, the ministry clarified that cryptocurrency mining violates several key laws, including Law No. (56) of 1996 related to the Industry Law, Law No. (31) of 1970 amending certain provisions of the Penal Code No. (16) of 1960, Law No. (37) of 2014 establishing the Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA), and Law No. (33) of 2016 concerning the Kuwait Municipality. The ministry stressed that cryptocurrency mining leads to significant depletion of electrical energy, increasing the load on the public power network. This can result in power outages, affecting residential, commercial, and service areas, which poses a threat to public safety and disrupts the regular delivery of essential services. This warning follows joint efforts between the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, the Communications and Information Technology Authority, the Public Authority for Industry, and Kuwait Municipality. These efforts are part of a coordinated national initiative to address these illegal practices and reduce their adverse effects on the country's electrical infrastructure. The Ministry of Interior urged violators to promptly rectify their activities, emphasizing that failure to comply will result in necessary legal actions. Violators will be referred to the appropriate investigative authorities for further action in accordance with applicable laws. Arab Times | © Copyright 2024, All Rights Reserved Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( arabtimes
Arab Times
22-04-2025
- Arab Times
MoI warns against cryptocurrency mining in Kuwait, calls it illegal
KUWAIT CITY, April 22: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) issued a warning on Tuesday regarding unauthorized cryptocurrency mining activities within Kuwait, stating that these activities are unlicensed and a direct violation of the country's laws. In a press statement from the General Department of Security Relations and Media, the ministry clarified that cryptocurrency mining violates several key laws, including Law No. (56) of 1996 related to the Industry Law, Law No. (31) of 1970 amending certain provisions of the Penal Code No. (16) of 1960, Law No. (37) of 2014 establishing the Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA), and Law No. (33) of 2016 concerning the Kuwait Municipality. The ministry stressed that cryptocurrency mining leads to significant depletion of electrical energy, increasing the load on the public power network. This can result in power outages, affecting residential, commercial, and service areas, which poses a threat to public safety and disrupts the regular delivery of essential services. This warning follows joint efforts between the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, the Communications and Information Technology Authority, the Public Authority for Industry, and Kuwait Municipality. These efforts are part of a coordinated national initiative to address these illegal practices and reduce their adverse effects on the country's electrical infrastructure. The Ministry of Interior urged violators to promptly rectify their activities, emphasizing that failure to comply will result in necessary legal actions. Violators will be referred to the appropriate investigative authorities for further action in accordance with applicable laws.
Arab Times
14-03-2025
- Politics
- Arab Times
Kuwait's Anti-Corruption Authority Refers Former Education Official For Prosecution
KUWAIT CITY, March 14: Anti Corruption Authority of Kuwait (Nazaha) announced that, following a thorough investigation and the collection of substantial evidence, a former high-ranking official from the Ministry of Education, along with other individuals, has been referred to the Public Prosecution. They are suspected of committing offenses under Law No. (1993/1) concerning the protection of public funds, as well as alleged forgery crimes as outlined in Article No. (257) of the Penal Code No. (16) of 1960. These offenses are classified as corruption crimes under Article No. (22) of Law No. (2) of 2016, which established the General Authority for Combating Corruption. Additionally, the case involves violations related to the disclosure of financial assets as stipulated by relevant provisions.
