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Kuwait combats human trafficking | Kuwait Times Newspaper

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National strategy launched • Human rights, social justice in focus • Kuwait, IOM boost cooperation

KUWAIT: Minister of Justice and Chairman of the National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling Nasser Al-Sumait announced on Sunday the launch of Kuwait’s National Strategy for the period 2025–2028. The strategy aims to enhance prevention, protection and accountability mechanisms to address all forms of exploitation, human trafficking and migrant smuggling.

Speaking in a press statement, Al-Sumait emphasized that the launch of this national strategy reaffirms Kuwait’s commitment to human rights and the promotion of social justice. He said the country will adopt systematic measures to strengthen its national framework in line with international best practices and the standards outlined in treaties Kuwait has ratified.

The strategy focuses on several key areas, including the activation of legal and regulatory tools, the development of a comprehensive national referral system, enhanced capabilities for law enforcement, improved oversight and transparency, unified data collection and stronger international cooperation and public awareness. It also aims to improve Kuwait’s international ranking in the fight against trafficking.

Al-Sumait explained that the strategy was developed through a collaborative effort involving relevant government agencies and national experts. It is based on an objective assessment of current challenges and a careful review of regional and global developments. He stressed that the new strategy marks the beginning of a more serious and transparent phase in addressing human trafficking and reflects the state’s recognition of the need for an integrated system that includes prevention, protection and accountability, as well as improved national coordination to ensure effective implementation.

The national committee will monitor implementation through regular reviews and progress assessments, while engaging key stakeholders, civil society organizations, and international and regional partners. Al-Sumait affirmed Kuwait’s strong belief that addressing human trafficking and migrant smuggling requires unified efforts and coordination at all levels.

Meanwhile, Interior Ministry Undersecretary Lt Gen Sheikh Salem Al-Nawaf Al-Sabah held a meeting with Othman Belbeisi, Regional Director of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) for the Middle East and North Africa. The two discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation, particularly in combating human trafficking.

Sheikh Salem Nawaf underscored the importance of regional and international cooperation to combat trafficking crimes, reiterating Kuwait’s commitment to working with international organizations to protect human rights in accordance with international conventions and treaties. Belbeisi expressed IOM’s appreciation for its partnership with Kuwait’s ministry of interior and stressed the need to expand cooperation in the face of growing challenges in the field of human trafficking. — KUNA

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KUNA Acting Director visits Huawei, urges digital tech for media advancement

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 SHENZHEN, China:  Acting Director General of Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), Mohammad Al-Mannai, visited Sunday the headquarters of Chinese tech giant Huawei in Shenzhen during his official trip to China.

The visit aligns with KUNA’s efforts to integrate digital solutions and adopt new technologies to enhance media content production.

During the visit, Al-Mannai met with Huawei’s Deputy CEO for the Northern Gulf Dai Xing, to explore cooperation in digital infrastructure, media tools, and training programs aimed at enhancing KUNA’s editorial and technical team capabilities.

Al-Mannai emphasized the importance of collaborating with leading tech companies like Huawei to boost media capabilities through digital innovation, highlighting the urgent need to adopt advanced digital technologies that are transforming data analysis and audience engagement.

Al-Mannai and his delegation toured Huawei’s exhibitions, and Research, and Development (R&D) Center, where they were introduced to the latest innovations in automation and digital media solutions.

The visit was held on the sidelines of KUNA’s participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Forum, held in Zhengzhou, China. The delegation includes Acting Editor-in-Chief Mohammad Al-Bahar and Director of Marketing and Public Relations Lamia Al-Farsi.— KUNA

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192 arrested in security sweep; weapons seized

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KUWAIT: The Ministry of Interior announced the arrest of 192 violators and wanted individuals during a wide-ranging security campaign launched by the General Department of Residency Investigations. The campaign targeted several densely populated areas, including Jahra, Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh, Mahboula, Qurain Markets, Ahmadi and Fahaheel.

In a statement issued Friday, the ministry said the campaign comes within the framework of an ongoing nationwide crackdown across all governorates, carried out under the directives of First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah. The operations are being implemented under the direct supervision of Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior Major General Ali Al-Adwani. The ministry affirmed its continued efforts to uphold the law and ensure public safety, noting that violations of residency and labor regulations will be dealt with firmly. It stressed that accountability will apply to both the violator and the employer and warned that no leniency will be shown to those found breaking the law.

Meanwhile, in a separate operation, the General Directorate of Weapons Investigation—represented by the Search and Investigation Department—arrested two individuals working for a local airline on charges related to the possession of unlicensed ammunition and alcoholic beverages. According to the ministry, the first suspect, a Pakistani national employed as a doctor, was detained at Kuwait International Airport after 64 rounds of ammunition were discovered in his luggage. During questioning, the suspect confessed to owning the ammunition and claimed he had received it from a colleague.

Following this admission, a second suspect, a Kuwaiti citizen working as a pilot, was arrested at the airport. Upon interrogation, the suspect confirmed the doctor’s statements. A search warrant was subsequently issued by the Public Prosecution to inspect his residence and vehicle, leading to the discovery of 500 additional rounds of unlicensed ammunition.

Further searches at a secondary residence in Shab Al-Bahri uncovered 87 bottles of alcoholic beverages along with equipment and materials used in alcohol production. The suspect confessed to possessing the unlicensed ammunition and to manufacturing alcohol using tools purchased online. The two suspects were referred to the competent authorities for further legal action. The Ministry of Interior reiterated its firm stance against all forms of illegal activity and affirmed that it will continue its operations to safeguard public security. — Agencies

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KOC and KU to enhance joint research

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KUWAIT: A delegation from Kuwait University visited Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) in Al-Ahmadi on July 23, 2025 to discuss ways to enhance joint research cooperation between the two institutions. This visit comes as a follow-up to the existing coordination on the main research agreement signed between the two parties in July 2019, relating to cooperation in the fields of reservoirs and heavy oil, which aims to achieve strategic research and development objectives.

The agreement focuses on strengthening research cooperation between Kuwait University and Kuwait Oil Company through technology and knowledge transfer, improving oil production and refining processes, developing industrial and technological processes through scientific research, and attracting as many members of the university’s academic staff as possible.

At the beginning of the visit, the Kuwait University delegation, represented by Assistant Vice President for External Research Cooperation and Consultancy Dr Mubkhout Mohammed Al-Dosari and Assistant Vice President for Research Funding and Implementation Dr Abdul Latif Abdullah Al-Rashdan, met with Kuwait Oil Company Vice President for Gas and Innovation Amina Rajab. Rajab praised Kuwait University’s efforts in promoting fruitful research cooperation with Kuwait Oil Company and stressed the importance of intensifying research related to the challenges facing the natural gas sector.

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During the meeting, Dr Mubkhout Al-Dosari affirmed that Kuwait University is working, under the signed agreement, to support the company’s decision-making process, contributing to the development of effective strategies that support research interests and achieve scientific progress through external partnerships, to direct research towards creativity and innovation.

The delegation also met Bader Mohammed Al-Ajmi, Director of Innovation and Technology, who welcomed the attendees and emphasized the importance of cooperation between the two sides in serving research, development, and comprehensive development for the benefit of the State of Kuwait. During the meeting, Dr Abdul Latif Al-Rashdan addressed the most prominent administrative, technical, and financial issues facing researchers in projects fully funded by Kuwait Oil Company, which were discussed and possible solutions were developed to deepen cooperation between Kuwait University and Kuwait Oil Company.

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