publish time

28/01/2021

author name Arab Times

publish time

28/01/2021

KUWAIT CITY, Jan 28, (KUNA): The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has prohibited the trade of locally cut timber on companies and individuals aiming to protect vegetation in the country. This came as Minister of Commerce and Industry and State Minister for Economic Affairs Faisal Al-Medlej issued a ministerial decree confirming the decision, according to a press statement. The move bars the display, sale, marketing or export of locally sourced timber unless prior approval is obtained from relevent authorities with legal measures taken against those found in violation.