KUWAIT CITY, Aug 21: Kuwait Airways has announced the termination of services for certain employees, citing several factors, including the substantial financial burden posed by inflated salaries and the excessive number of staff members. According to various reports, the airline is among the companies with the highest employee counts, which has led to significant financial costs estimated in the millions.

The airline emphasized that these decisions are part of an effort to create opportunities for national talent, rejuvenate the workforce, and align with the government’s strategy to reduce unemployment in the country. Kuwait Airways, as a state-owned entity, is committed to supporting this national agenda.

The company clarified that the dismissals targeted two specific groups: foreign workers and those eligible for retirement pensions. In recent years, Kuwait Airways had employed certain retirees with technical expertise to ensure safe operations. However, following recent appointments aimed at replacing these roles, the airline has decided to release some of these individuals.

Kuwait Airways stressed that these measures are intended to streamline operations and contribute to the broader goals of national employment and economic efficiency.