The retail sector in Kuwait, as part of one of the world’s most prosperous societies, has achieved rapid growth in recent years, with retailers benefitting from strong economic fundamentals, evolving consumer tastes and a relatively unsaturated market. These factors are set to continue underpinning further growth and diversification over the...
Chemicals production is one of the leading lights of Kuwait’s industrial sector, an important contributor to its economy and an export earner. It is at the centre of the country’s drive to diversify its earnings and boost the value it obtains from its mineral wealth. Output is expected to rise as the national petrochemicals company and...
Kuwait’s wealthy and growing retail market continues to attract new international brands looking to capitalise on its strong outlook and relative lack of saturation. Introducing new brands helps mall owners stay ahead of the pack in an increasingly competitive market, while partnerships with experienced regional franchisers prove mutually...
How can Kuwait compete with more established, cost-effective health care providers abroad to reverse medical tourism outflows?
Economic diversification is at the heart of Kuwait’s long-term development strategy, as is establishing the country as a gateway to the northern Gulf and Middle East. The industrial sector has a central role to play in this, as the state looks to develop export-oriented businesses that can supplement hydrocarbons income and broaden the revenue...
In February 2016 Kuwait’s Ministry of Communications handed over key oversight and regulatory responsibilities to the country’s new ICT regulator, the Communication and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA), heralding the start of new era for the country’s ICT ecosystem. CITRA is set take on the ministry’s role as regulator for...
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