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With public expenditure rising and a general improvement in international economic conditions in recent years, growth estimates across the region for the six GCC member states are expected to be in the 4-5% range, with the non-oil-and-gas economy also taking the lead, once again outstripping hydrocarbons in terms of the rate of expansion.

 

We have recently come across observations of good indications and positive attitudes from the esteemed National Assembly council, which has touched upon the concerns of citizens regarding their interests and needs. There is no doubt that the imbalances hindering an improved National Programme of Action (NPA) are the result of mistakes and...

Chapter | The Guide from The Report: Kuwait 2014

The guide contains listings of some of the leading hotels in Kuwait, as well as contact information for important government offices, embassies and other services. It also contains useful tips and information for first-time and regular visitors alike.

Chapter | Legal Framework from The Report: Kuwait 2014

This chapter contains an outline of the legal framework in which local and foreign investors operate. It also contains information on the new companies law, regulations regarding the conduct of boards of directors and moves to protect minority shareholders. This chapter also contains an interview with Alex Saleh, Partner, Al Tamimi & Co.

Chapter | Health from The Report: Kuwait 2014

With a growing population and a rise in the incidence of non-communicable diseases placing greater demands on health services, efforts are being made to boost capacity in Kuwait’s health care services. As some $3.2bn in projects are planned, the private sector can look forward to a greater number of partnerships with the government. Efforts to tackle lifestyle diseases will intensify,...

Chapter | Education from The Report: Kuwait 2014

Kuwait’s public education system now enrols some 60% of the nation’s nearly 600,000 pupils, although private education continues to be popular. To address the demand currently putting pressure on tertiary institutions, a second public university is set to open in 2015. Meanwhile, public institutions are seeking to address the nation’s deficiencies in research and development, while at the same...

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