New laws and revisions to the Penal Code are endorsed for the civil aviation sector
In a recent meeting at Bayan Palace, chaired by Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Sabah, the Kuwait Council of Ministers made several significant decisions. Among these decisions, the approval of a new Civil Aviation Law and amendments to the Penal Code have garnered attention.
The new Civil Aviation Law, consisting of 83 articles across 13 chapters, establishes the Public Authority of Civil Aviation. This replaces the current Directorate-General of Civil Aviation and grants the new authority full legal and administrative powers. The move aims to align Kuwait's aviation sector with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards and enhance regulatory and operational capabilities.
All assets, obligations, and personnel from the existing directorate will be transferred to the new authority, ensuring a smooth transition. This decision is expected to strengthen Kuwait's position in the global aviation industry and bolster bilateral cooperation in this sector.
In addition to the Civil Aviation Law, the Cabinet also approved amendments to the Penal Code. While specific details about these amendments were not provided, a separate report mentions broader adjustments to the Penal Code, including the abolition of the death penalty for eight crimes and replacing it with life imprisonment without parole, especially for crimes motivated by monetary gain such as embezzlement and bribery. This reflects a shift towards a more humanitarian and transparent legal approach.
The Council of Ministers also acknowledged the dedication of top-performing Grade 12 students and their families, extending heartfelt congratulations. However, no decisions regarding Grade 12 exam results were disclosed in the available search results.
In terms of charitable donations, the Council of Ministers made two contributions: one to Zakat House for rehabilitating and equipping the Al-Sulaibiya Youth Center for Addiction Treatment, and another to the Patients' Aid Society for establishing a children's entertainment room at the Physical Medicine Hospital. These initiatives aim to boost Kuwait's international standing and enhance bilateral cooperation in multiple sectors.
The meeting also saw the Council offering condolences to the family of Dr. Badr Jassim Al-Yaqoub, former Minister of Information, who recently passed away. His legacy of national service and contributions to the media and cultural sectors were praised.
The Cabinet also referred several agenda items for further study by the relevant ministerial committees to prepare implementation procedures. Additionally, public employees who intentionally fail to enforce judicial rulings within 90 days of notification may face up to 2 years in prison and fines ranging from KD 3,000 to KD 20,000.
These decisions mark a significant step forward for Kuwait, with the new Civil Aviation Law and Penal Code amendments set to reshape various sectors of the country. The approved draft decree-law amending Article 58 bis of Law No. (31) of 1970, related to the Penal Code, will now be submitted to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah for formal approval.
In the realm of business, the approval of the new Civil Aviation Law, with its 83 articles across 13 chapters, aligns Kuwait's aviation sector with international standards and positions it strategically within the global industry. Meanwhile, the amendments to the Penal Code reflect a broader shift towards a more humanitarian and transparent legal approach, particularly in combating crimes motivated by financial gain like embezzlement and bribery, which has ties to politics and general-news discussions.
