Islamic Affairs Minister on Worship Management
Kuwait has issued Decree-Law No. 72 of 2026 to regulate the construction and management of places of worship, with the aim of ensuring freedom to practice religious rituals, promoting equality among citizens, and preventing the exploitation of places of worship for political or non-religious purposes. The law stipulates that no place of worship may be built, expanded, relocated, or undergo a change of use without prior approval, and requires conditions to be rectified within six months of the implementation decision. It also includes the formation of a government committee to review applications for building places of worship to ensure transparency and justice, while reinforcing principles of moderation and tolerance, and safeguarding the sanctity and religious message of places of worship.
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