Kuwait cracks down on industrial plot violations

Minister of Commerce and Industry Khalifa Al-Ajeel

KUWAIT CITY, Sept 17: Minister of Commerce and Industry Khalifa Al-Ajeel issued three ministerial decisions Tuesday to establish specialized inspection committees aimed at monitoring and controlling violations on industrial plots supervised by the Public Authority for Industry (PAI).

The committees, each headed by a senior advisor, will conduct comprehensive surveys of industrial plots, oversee violations, and enforce corrective actions as necessary. The PAI said in a statement to KUNA that this initiative seeks to restore order and discipline within the industrial and service sectors, support compliant factories, and encourage serious business activities. The ultimate goal is to foster an advanced industrial environment that strengthens the national economy and boosts its competitiveness.

The inspection committees comprise representatives from eight government entities: the Ministry of Interior, Kuwait Municipality, Fatwa and Legislation Department, General Fire Force, Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, Ministry of Health, Public Authority for Manpower, and Ministry of Justice. This multi-agency collaboration aims to streamline regulatory and supervisory roles.

According to the decisions, the committees are tasked with conducting integrated surveys of all plots under PAI supervision, identifying violations, and taking legal action accordingly. They will also prepare detailed reports outlining detected violations, recommendations, and proposed procedures.

The PAI emphasized that the committees have been granted extensive inspection and oversight powers, including the use of modern technology to enhance operational efficiency. The Authority highlighted that this move underlines the government’s commitment to transparency and discipline in managing industrial, commercial, service, and craft plots.

By reinforcing investor confidence, promoting fair competition, and ensuring regulatory compliance, the committees are expected to create an industrial sector capable of significantly contributing to Kuwait’s national economy.