The Ministry of Health in Kuwait has issued Ministerial Resolution No. 235 of 2026, introducing a new regulatory framework for the licensing and operations of private-sector pharmacies and the handling and storage of medicines. The Resolution covers the full lifecycle of…
ASAR ranked Band 1 for Private Wealth Law in Kuwait
ASAR has been ranked Band 1 for Private Wealth Law in Kuwait in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2026. Sam Habbas (Chairman) has also been ranked Band 1 as a Private Wealth Lawyer. The 2026 Guide is the first edition…
InFocus Webinar Kuwait’s New Anti-Fronting Law – Implications for Businesses
Kuwait’s new Anti-Fronting Law introduces significant restrictions on commercial concealment and arrangements that allow individuals or businesses to circumvent applicable licensing or foreign ownership requirements. What does the new law mean for businesses, and what should they be considering ahead of…
ASAR shortlisted for seven IFLR Middle East Awards 2026
ASAR has been shortlisted for seven awards at the IFLR Middle East Awards 2026, recognising work across Kuwait and Bahrain. The nominations include three Deal of the Year categories, National Law Firm of the Year in both Kuwait and Bahrain, and…
Kuwait tightens rules on commercial concealment
Kuwait has introduced new rules to combat commercial concealment and strengthen restrictions on arrangements used to circumvent licensing requirements or statutory foreign ownership requirements. Decree-Law No. 78 of 2026 concerning the Combating of Commercial Concealment was published in the Official Gazette…
The future starts with possibility
On International Youth Day, we recognise the ideas, ambitions and potential of the next generation. Their circumstances may differ, but their aspirations are often remarkably similar: to learn, to contribute, to create opportunities and to build a better future. Supporting young…
ASAR advises consortium on Kuwait’s US$16 billion energy infrastructure transaction
ASAR Kuwait advised the consortium comprising Blackstone, Brookfield and KKR as Kuwait counsel on Project Peregrine, a landmark US$16 billion transaction involving the lease and leaseback of Kuwait’s crude oil pipeline network. This transaction involves the establishment of a joint venture…
ASAR advises on the State of Kuwait’s US $6 Billion Sovereign Bond Issuance
ASAR Kuwait successfully advised dealers and joint lead managers on the State of Kuwait’s landmark US$6 billion sovereign bond issuance. A milestone transaction that underscores strong global confidence in the region’s capital markets. Acting through the Ministry of Finance, the sovereign…
Understanding Kuwait’s evolving business landscape
Kuwait’s legal and regulatory landscape continues to evolve, with reforms creating new opportunities—and new considerations—for businesses looking to invest or expand in the market. The Kuwait chapter of Chambers Doing Business In… 2026 provides practical guidance on navigating that landscape and…
ASAR Summer Internship Program 2026 – Kuwait and Bahrain
ASAR invites applications for its 2026 Summer Internship Program in Kuwait and Bahrain. The four-week program offers law students and recent graduates practical legal experience within a leading law firm. Successful candidates will work alongside experienced lawyers, while gaining structured, hands-on…