Kuwait Grocery Store Caught Selling Subsidized Goods Without Authorization

15/11/2026

KUWAIT CITY, Nov 15: Inspectors from the Commercial Control and Consumer Protection Department have detected a grocery store selling subsidized goods and products in violation of regulations governing the distribution and sale of state-supported commodities.

During an inspection campaign, officials found that the grocery was selling certain goods and materials covered by government financial subsidies without the required authorization.

The violation contravenes Article Four of Ministerial Resolution No. 216 of 2014, which restricts trading and sale of goods and materials covered by state financial support and prohibits their unauthorized sale except through officially licensed entities.

A violation report was issued against the establishment, and the necessary legal measures were taken against the violator.