Economic affairs remain a matter of prime concern for us, especially in light of the circumstances created by the sharp decline in hydrocarbons prices; however, we are determined to achieve the goals that we have set for ourselves in the Qatar National Vision 2030 (QNV 2030). New realities are emerging in the global energy industry as a result...
In August 2016 Kuwait’s Supreme Council for Planning and Development announced plans to invest KD4.75bn ($15.8bn) in its 2017-18 development plan, roughly one-third of state budget financing. The development plan has several goals, including developing a sustainable and diversified economy, and long-term livelihood for citizens. Specific...
Driven by the need to accommodate rising enrolment and government efforts to address long-standing issues in public education, the education sector in Kuwait is undergoing significant reform in 2017. The main challenges include a shortage of skilled teachers, relatively low tertiary enrolment rates and the quality of education standards.
ETIQUETTE: It is customary to exchange handshakes when introducing yourself; however, it is important to allow members of the opposite sex to extend their hand to initiate the handshake. It is also not uncommon to see men greet each other with kisses on both cheeks. The dress code during business...
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Within the purview of the legal arena, 2016 has been remarkable for Kuwait. The year brought a raft of regulatory changes in a bid to harmonise commercial objectives with the international vista; the most notable of these changes being those surrounding Kuwait’s mercantile sphere, an area often at the centre of discussions for reform and...
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