KUWAIT CITY, Nov 30: As part of the government’s ongoing efforts to improve the efficiency of public administration and ensure the optimal use of state-owned assets, the Cabinet is continuing to implement practical measures aimed at addressing deficiencies in the handover of newly constructed government buildings. These steps are intended to reinforce institutional discipline and safeguard public funds.

In this context, the Cabinet has assigned the Joint Ministerial Committee for Legal Affairs and Public Services to identify all buildings that have not yet been received by certain government agencies. The objective is to determine the reasons behind delays or refusals to take possession of these buildings and to ensure accountability for any shortcomings.

According to informed sources quoted by Al-Rai, the government’s directive includes inviting representatives from relevant ministries and government bodies—as well as the Central Agency for Public Tenders and the Fatwa and Legislation Department—to participate in the committee’s work. This broad participation is intended to ensure a comprehensive and accurate review of the issue.

The sources indicated that the committee must submit a detailed report to the Cabinet within two months, by mid-January, presenting the findings of its inventory and investigative efforts. This report will serve as the basis for determining the necessary actions to be taken.

The sources further noted that ministries and concerned authorities are currently preparing detailed reports outlining whether any entities have delayed or refused to take possession of buildings constructed for their use. These reports will specify each building, its location, its current condition, and the reasons behind any delay or refusal to formally receive it.