KUWAIT CITY, April 20: Minister of Justice and Chairman of the National Committee for Combating Trafficking in Persons and Migrant Smuggling, Nasser Al-Sumait, announced the launch of the National Strategy for 2025-2028. The strategy aims to strengthen preventive measures, protection, and accountability in combating all forms of exploitation, human trafficking, and migrant smuggling.

In a press statement on Sunday, Minister Al-Sumait emphasized that the launch of this national strategy underscores Kuwait’s commitment to protecting human rights and promoting social justice. It aims to implement systematic measures to develop the national framework in this critical area, aligning with international best practices and standards outlined in agreements ratified by Kuwait.

The strategy focuses on activating legal and regulatory tools, establishing a comprehensive national referral system, improving the capabilities of executive bodies, enhancing oversight and supervision, increasing transparency, unifying statistics, boosting international cooperation, raising community awareness, and improving Kuwait’s international ranking.

Minister Al-Sumait explained that the strategy was developed through collaborative efforts between relevant government agencies and national experts. It is based on a thorough assessment of current challenges and a careful review of regional and international developments.

He emphasized that the strategy marks the beginning of a new phase characterized by seriousness and transparency in tackling human trafficking issues. It reflects Kuwait’s recognition of the need to build an integrated system encompassing prevention, protection, accountability, and enhanced national coordination to ensure effective implementation.

The Minister also stated that the National Committee will oversee the strategy’s implementation through periodic reviews and progress assessments. The committee will ensure the involvement of relevant authorities, civil society organizations, and regional and international partners, based on the belief that combating human trafficking and migrant smuggling requires collective efforts and coordination across various levels.