Government of Kuwait

Gov't looking to target food prices, support food firms as inflation hits consumers.

Foreign minister makes comments on sensitive issue of $15-16bn Saddam-era loans.

Boost in investments would follow agreement to avoid double taxation between two countries.

Government reacts after Asian workers stage strike for better pay in inflation-hit nation.

Three-day stoppage by 500 Bangladeshi cleaners ends following street demonstrations.

Arab families living in Gulf region fail to win Comoros citizenship after legal fight.

Legislation will be brought before next parliamentary session, says official.

State to sell 75% of loss-making airline to public, long-term investor.

Kuwaiti workers hold angry demonstration in protest over non-payment of salaries.

Kuwaiti gov't agrees to allow World Bank to establish presence, open first office in Gulf state.

Lawmakers back plans for $15bn refinery after minister cooperates over contracts.

Reductions in prices of basic food items could be on cards as government attempts to contain record inflation.

Mustapha Al-Shamali says struggling dollar is contributing to record inflation levels.

Gov't agreement to MPs' demands to raise benefits for Kuwaitis risks upsetting reforms - analysts.

Kuwait's parliament approves 08/09 budget with record expenses of $71.67bn.

Parliament votes to increase state fund despite central bank warnings to curb spending.

Gulf state boosts salaries, increases size of fund helping struggling Kuwaitis repay personal debt.

Gov't facing growing pressure to increase state spending, threatening Gulf state's efforts to fight inflation.

Kuwaiti oil minister says will 'decide later' whether to copy Saudi Arabia, raise crude output.

UPDATE 1: Gov't proposes import duty cuts and increased subsidies, faces pressure to hike pay.

Kuwaiti lawmakers calls for gov't to raise state salaries and affordable food supplies.

Gulf state to submit plan to parliament next week as inflation soars into double figures, minister says.

Inflation rose for third month in February to record of 10.14% on food and housing costs.

Around 500,000 foreigners have entered Gulf state since January, study finds.

King Juan Carlos calls on businessmen to take advantage of his country as gateway to Europe.

Kuwait gov't report reveals worker abuse, poor working conditions, salaries withheld.

Decree reappoints Sheikh Nasser as prime minister, asks him to form new cabinet after election.

New parliament will support existing power at expense of economic reforms, critics say.

Women fail to enter parliament, while Sunni Islamists make strong showing and Shi'ites gain one more seat.

Inflation takes centre stage in Gulf Arab state's election campaigns.

Kuwaitis hope next parliament will to push through reforms to revitalise economy.

Value of March sales driven by non-residential deals, despite gov't vows to bring down prices.

Those found instigating protests over wages and working conditions to be kicked out of country.

Long-term future of Gulf economies depends on reforms, leading Arab financers say.

Oil exporting Gulf state not considering introducing caps to curb soaring housing costs, minister says.

Finance minister says record inflation of 9.5% will come down despite soaring state spending.

Central bank calls on gov't to take measures to slow down soaring rent and food costs.

Move raises prospect that delayed economic reforms could finally be passed into law.

Law will not be issued by decree but sent to new parliament after May election.

Ruling comes as several former MPs warn of conspiracy to suspend parliament.

Oil-rich Gulf state revenue outperforms gov't forecasts by 10%, driven by higher oil income.

Top official on four nation tour of GCC to drum up support for humanitarian efforts.

Gulf state aims to attract investment, speed up privatisation and ease land ownership rules.

People arranging fresh loans see borrowing cap cut by 10% in effort to rein in inflation, central bank governor says.

Fresh election called for May following mass resignation of cabinet due to political deadlock.

Sheikh Sabah cuts short private visit to Morocco after cabinet resigns over deadlock with MPs.

Annual inflation at 6.7% in November on rising housing and food costs, gov't data shows.

Two Shi'ite MPs could face questioning as Kuwait Hezbollah controversy continues.

Authorities detain figures on suspicion of being members of underground group.

Kuwait steps up efforts to control inflation with crackdown on shops hiking food prices.

Gulf Arab state to fork out $3.7bn for scheme to offset effect of soaring inflation on citizens.

Nationals in public and private sector to get extra $439 per month to ease costs burden.

Families look to government for price controls as cost of living skyrockets despite ditching the US dollar.

Kuwait to join Saudi Arabia in banning celebration, which it says contradicts Islamic teachings and values.

Country's only female minister could be forced to step down after national lawmakers seek a vote of no-confidence.

Gov't gives go-ahead to set up fund to help citizens pay off debts, state news agency reports.

Gov't acts to lower 'price exaggerations' of food products, state news agency reports.

General Union of Kuwaiti workers says strike action legitimate as high prices sweep country.

Kuwait's ruler calls for end to standoff between parliament and cabinet as officials play down differences.