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Kuwait postpones introduction of VAT until 2021 as oil prices rise
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Amid a backdrop of recovering commodity prices and stronger economic growth, in mid-May Kuwait decided to postpone introduction of value-added tax (VAT) until 2021, although it still intends to implement an excise tax as scheduled. Following a Budgets and Final Accounts Committee meeting on May 14, the National Assembly confirmed the revised timeline for the VAT introduction, citing a lack of technical…
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Kuwait Info Security Conference and Exhibition

The event takes a comprehensive look at the entire spectrum of IT security, business continuity management and risk. Featuring executive panel discussions, insightful case studies and renowned speakers, this is the best place to gather information to build your IT roadmap and identify ways to make your business more agile and efficient. The Kuwait Info Security Conference & Exhibition fosters…
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Kuwaiti residential property sales rise as rental market slows

Stronger economic growth and increased domestic employment levels could increase access to credit for real estate in Kuwait, although a decline in the number of expatriates, along with excess stock, may pose challenges for the rental market. In a positive start to 2018, the value of sales in the residential property segment increased by 11.7% year-on-year (y-o-y) in January to KD87.5m ($291.7m),…
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Kuwait lifts aviation profile with airport and fleet expansion
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An airport infrastructure expansion set to come into operation this year will help Kuwait keep pace with strong growth in passenger movements, as local carriers continue with network expansions and fleet upgrades. In late February Ebrahim Abdullah Al Khuzam, CEO of national carrier Kuwait Airways, announced that the new support terminal at Kuwait International Airport (KIA) would open in June, doubling…
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Q8 EduEx Spring

As Kuwait’s only international higher education exhibition, it regularly welcomes participants from over 15 countries. One of the GCC’s most dynamic and well-funded higher education markets, Kuwait has remained largely unaffected by lower oil prices. Q8 EduEx Spring 2018 will offer participants strategic networking opportunities with Ministry of Higher Education officials, education policy-makers…
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New budget in Kuwait prioritises infrastructure spending
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Higher levels of public spending, supported by greater participation from the private sector, are expected to drive infrastructure projects in Kuwait over the short to medium term. State-funded building activity will receive a major injection of funds under the draft budget, which was approved by the Cabinet on January 29, with 18% of outlays earmarked for capital expenditure. Nayef Al Hajraf,…
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Kuwait International Agro Food Expo

Kuwait is highly dependent on imports from other countries, with agriculture accounting for just 1% of its economy and 8% of GDP. Limited production, together with the country’s rising population and moves by the government to attract foreign investment are combining to make Kuwait a key target market for many international players. As the only specialized event for the sector in the country, the…
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Kuwait International Power, Water & CleanTech Expo

The 2018 edition of the expo will bring together decision-makers and experts from government entities and the private sector across the region looking to discover more about industry innovations, exchange information and make the most of networking opportunities. Areas of focus will include: clean technologies; power generation and distribution; power transformers; water purification; and desalination…
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Kuwait Fire, Safety, Security, Occupational Health Expo

With its reliance on imports and growing population, Kuwait is an attractive market for exporters. The government has also opened the country up to foreign investment as part of a broader bid to diversify the economy. The expo is ideal for a broad range of manufacturers and exporters in fields that include: fire extinguishing technology; brass fittings and adapters; pipe fittings; fire alarm monitoring…
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Innovative Cities Summit

The Kuwait government intends to build nine smart cities to support its long-term plans, which are aimed at boosting the economy and developing the country as a hub for finance, trade and tourism. Now in its third edition, the 2018 event takes place against this backdrop, bringing together a broad range of industry experts to share their knowledge, discover Smart City solutions, hear from innovators…