Kuwait has intensified its crackdown on foreign workers in its latest localisation drive that will see nearly 150 Kuwaiti citizens replacing expat workers in cooperative societies.
According to insider sources cited by Al-Qabas daily, this move aims to address challenges highlighted by the Demographics Amendment Committee and pave the way for a more Kuwaiti-centric workforce.
The plan involves appointing approximately 150 locals to supervisory positions within cooperative societies, effectively displacing foreign workers from July onwards.
To streamline the process, a recent meeting was convened by a team responsible for these appointments, which included representatives from the Ministry of Social Affairs and the Public Authority for Manpower.
One of the key objectives of this initiative is to determine the optimal ratio of Kuwaiti employees within cooperative societies, ensuring fiscal control and comprehensive coverage.
As part of this effort, authorities are meticulously compiling a list of workers employed in invested shops, registering their work permits in the files of cooperative societies and unions.
The Ministry of Social Affairs, in collaboration with the Public Authority for Manpower, is actively formulating action plans to address employment-related issues and improve conditions for Kuwaiti nationals within a three-month period.
This robust commitment to nationalisation underscores the government’s determination to replace foreign workers with qualified locals across various sectors.
By prioritising Kuwaiti citizens, the government aims to create more employment opportunities, reduce reliance on expatriate labour, and enhance the overall competitiveness of the local workforce.
This significant step signals a new era of economic empowerment for Kuwait, aligning with its vision for a thriving and self-sufficient nation.
