Kuwait has enacted its first standalone law criminalizing commercial concealment, commonly known as 'fronting' or hidden ownership arrangements. The legislation establishes dual prohibitions on unlicensed economic activity and enabling concealment, while extending criminal liability to company management and offering financial rewards to whistleblowers. Set to take effect in early 2027, this regulatory framework aims to enhance business transparency and ensure foreign investment flows through compliant stru

In Kuwait, corporate governance is still in its infancy and underdeveloped compared to its neighboring countries within the GCC.

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