KUWAIT CITY, Nov 24: Acting Prime Minister, Minister of Defense and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Youssef has criticized Kuwait’s Law ’60’, describing it as a stain on the country’s history . He stressed the need to treat expatriates, especially those who have spent decades in Kuwait, with fairness and dignity.

In a statement to Al-Jarida after overseeing a road safety campaign in the Hawalli region, Al-Yousef said: “Some expatriates were born in Kuwait or have spent most of their lives here, serving the country with honesty and integrity. They deserve our gratitude and respect at the end of their service. It is essential to recognize their simplest rights and allow them to remain in Kuwait, which they consider their home.”

Al-Yousef highlighted the directives of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad to protect the financial and legal rights of expatriates. He warned businesses against withholding workers’ wages, saying: “The instructions from political leaders are clear: any business that fails to pay workers will face strict legal action, including referral to court.” and forced restitution of unpaid wages. »

He pointed out that leaving workers unpaid could have negative consequences, including illegal actions by frustrated employees.

During the Hawalli campaign, Al-Yousef addressed several cases, including one involving two Lebanese workers who had not received salaries for six months. After hearing their grievances, he ordered authorities to summon the company’s owner and two managers, an Egyptian and a Jordanian. After investigation, managers admitted the allegations without justification.

Al-Yousef ordered the company to pay workers their overdue salaries, return their passports and cover the cost of residence permits within 48 hours. He stressed that strict measures would be taken to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future, stressing that such injustices tarnish Kuwait’s reputation.

Al-Yousef personally ensured that their complaints were addressed, ordering the company to rectify their status and pay their salaries.

In another incident, an Arab family approached the minister to plead against their husband, an engineer, who had not obtained a driving license despite meeting the requirements. Al-Yousef asked security officials to review the file and ensure that the engineer receives a license if he is eligible.

Al-Yousef concluded by reaffirming Kuwait’s commitment to justice for all residents, noting that expatriates who have made significant contributions to the country deserve to be treated with fairness and respect. “We must uphold the values ​​of humanity and fairness, ensuring that Kuwait remains a haven for those who serve it with integrity. »