Kuwait city: Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Al-Sabah emphasized that combating drugs is a national responsibility shared by families, schools, the media, and every individual in the country. Speaking at the opening of a seminar organized by the Kuwait Institute for Judicial and Legal Studies, held under his patronage and in attendance, Sheikh Fahad announced that the country is entering a new phase defined by firm legislation, responsible behavior, and collective commitment between state institutions and society.
According to Kuwait News Agency, Sheikh Fahad warned that Gulf societies are targeted by regional and international drug-smuggling networks, which heightens the responsibility to safeguard national security. He highlighted the efforts of the ministry's General Directorate for Drug Control and its other sectors, noting that they successfully intercepted nearly 90 percent of narcotics over the past year.
Sheikh Fahad elaborated on the Amiri Decree Law No 159/2025 regarding the combating of drugs and psychotropic substances. He mentioned that the Ministry of Interior's Public Relations and Security Media Department has launched a nationwide awareness campaign aimed at explaining the law's provisions, penalties, and treatment opportunities through media outlets and digital platforms. He expressed deep gratitude to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah for supporting the creation of a comprehensive anti-drug law.
In his address, Sheikh Fahad also thanked the committee that drafted the law, as well as the General Directorate for Drug Control and all ministry sectors for their continuous efforts to prevent smuggling, curb trafficking, and protect youth through preventive and security measures.
Advocate-General Bader Al-Masad, Director-General of the Kuwait Institute for Judicial and Legal Studies, remarked that the 2025 anti-drugs decree-law represents a renewed legislative approach that balances deterrence and justice, embodying a genuine will to protect society. He noted that the law integrates a humane, rehabilitation-focused framework for users while criminalizing drug trafficking and promotion. He reaffirmed the institute's commitment to raising legal awareness and deepening public understanding of national legislation.