Kuwait's total imports rose by 22% in Q2 2025 to 3.26 billion dinars, driven significantly by increased demand for vehicles, gold, and medical supplies, reflecting robust economic activity and consumer confidence.
A migrant workers' advocacy group, Sandigan, has criticized the 14-year prison sentence handed down in Kuwait for the killer of Overseas Filipino Worker Dafnie Nacalaban, calling it 'not enough.' The group and Nacalaban's family expressed dismay over the verdict and the perceived lack of justice.
The Kuwaiti Naval Forces are scheduled to conduct a live-ammunition exercise on Monday and Tuesday, October 27 and 28, 2025. The drills will take place from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in specific maritime areas east of Ras Al-Julai'a and Ras Al-Zour. The public is advised to avoid these zones for safety.
Kuwait's Deputy Foreign Minister, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, recently urged comprehensive reform of the United Nations system, particularly the Security Council, to enhance its effectiveness and representativeness. This call, echoed by other Kuwaiti officials, emphasizes structural changes, equitable representation, and adherence to international law amidst global challenges.
The Kuwait Banking Association hosted a high-profile reception in Washington, D.C., on October 18, 2025, during the IMF and World Bank Group Annual Meetings. The event, under the patronage of Central Bank Governor Basel Al-Haroun, brought together Kuwaiti and international financial leaders to discuss cooperation, economic developments, and global challenges.
Kuwait is set to host the first Gulf Red Crescent Conference on Artificial Intelligence from October 22-23, 2025, at the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Center. Organized by the Kuwait Red Crescent Society in collaboration with the GCC General Secretariat, the event aims to establish a unified Gulf vision for integrating AI into humanitarian efforts and fostering regional cooperation.
Bangladesh and Kuwait convened their inaugural political consultations in Dhaka on October 19, 2025, marking a significant step to bolster bilateral cooperation across political, economic, defence, labour, development, and cultural sectors. The discussions, co-chaired by Dr. Md. Nazrul Islam and Ambassador Sameeh Essa Johar Hayat, aimed to forge a comprehensive and forward-looking partnership.
Kuwait has issued three Amiri decrees to revoke the citizenship of 21 individuals and their dependents. This action is part of the state's broader, ongoing review of nationality cases to ensure compliance with Kuwaiti laws and regulations, targeting those who obtained citizenship through fraud or other violations.
Twelve individuals, including club presidents, administrative staff, and relatives, have been arrested in Kuwait following riots that erupted during a football match between Kuwait Sports Club and Qadisiya Sports Club at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium. The Ministry of Interior confirmed charges of insulting public officials, resisting arrest, and assault.
Kuwait's Cabinet has approved a decree to repeal the law establishing the Public Authority for Roads and Land Transport (PART). This decision, made on September 24, 2025, follows the referral of several current and former PART officials to the State Audit Bureau's disciplinary court for alleged financial misconduct, signaling a government push for accountability and transparency.
The Kuwaiti Army Ground Forces Command and US Army Central Ground Forces Command held a crucial training meeting on September 20, 2025, to enhance military cooperation, exchange expertise, and strengthen combat readiness for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. The discussions underscore the enduring strategic partnership between Kuwait and the United States.
