Economic courts to enhance investment advantage in Kuwait

Kuwait City August 19, 2019 Minister of Justice Nasser Yousef Al-Sumait confirmed that the law establishing economic courts to adjudicate economic, commercial and investment cases is considered a law... Economic courts to boost Kuwait’s investment edge 19/08/2026 Add as Preferred Source on Google KUWAIT CITY, Aug 19: Minister of Justice Nasser Yousef Al-Sumait affirmed that the law on establishing economic courts to adjudicate economic, commercial and investment cases is a qualitative leap in the economic judicial system of the country, especially since it covers all three levels of litigation, with the support of a specialized technical office. Al-Sumait believes that this step will expedite dispute resolution, develop procedures for enforcing court rulings, and expand electronic litigation, thereby raising the efficiency of contract enforcement and boosting public trust in the legal and investment environment of the country. He revealed that the law establishes special economic circuits in the courts of First Instance, Appeals and Cassation, adding that these circuits will handle the economic, commercial and investment disputes specified in the law. He said the law aims to shorten the duration of dispute resolution through the case preparation office that completes the necessary documentation before the case is presented to the court. He indicated that this includes regulating procedural and appeal deadlines and establishing a settlement and reconciliation track before the dispute is adjudicated. He then clarified that a settlement agreement is an enforceable instrument. He pointed out that digital transformation is a pillar of the law, through an electronic platform for litigation, enforcement of judgments, an electronic case file, and a database of rulings and judicial principles. He added that the law stipulates the establishment of a specialized department for the execution of court rulings, its electronic linking with relevant entities, and the adoption of electronic auctions. He stressed that the law improves the competitive level of the country, strengthens its ability to attract investments, and reinforces the rule of law in economic disputes. It is worth noting that the Cabinet approved the draft decree-law on establishing economic judicial circuits during its meeting on Tuesday. This move aims to align with modern global and regional legislation, and utilize advanced technology in ensuring justice for everyone. According to the law, one or more economic circuits, each consisting of three judges, will be established within the Court of First Instance. These circuits will have exclusive jurisdiction over economic disputes and related substantive enforcement disputes.