Minister Al-Amir: Media Regulation Law Enhances Freedoms and Keeps Pace with Media Landscape Transformations - Sarmad
Acting Minister of Information and Culture Omar Al-Amir confirmed that the issuance of the media regulation law represents a significant step in developing the legislative framework and enhancing media freedoms in Kuwait.
Translated by Qiyas from سرمد — Original source
State Minister for Communications and Information Technology Affairs and Acting Minister of Media and Culture, Omar Al-Omar, affirmed that the issuance of Law-Decree No. 102 of 2026, promulgating the Law Regulating the Media, represents a significant step in the process of developing and modernizing Kuwait’s legislative media framework. It lays the foundation for a new phase that enhances media freedoms and consolidates responsible professional practice.
Minister Al-Omar stated in an interview with KUNA on Sunday that the new law embodies the state’s commitment to providing a more open and advanced media environment based on a balance between safeguarding freedoms, protecting rights, and upholding professional responsibility. This approach strengthens the role of the media as a key partner in the development process and keeps pace with rapid transformations in the media and digital landscape.
He clarified that the new legislation reflects a trend toward greater freedoms, reduced restrictions, and the development of the regulatory environment for media work. It provides a clearer legal framework for media institutions, journalists, and media professionals, thereby supporting creativity and content diversity while enhancing Kuwait’s status and media environment.
Minister Al-Omar added that the law responds to the major developments witnessed by the media sector in recent years, particularly in digital media, social media platforms, advertising, and content production. It offers a modern, unified legislative framework that aligns with these changes and regulates contemporary media practices.
He noted that consolidating media regulations into a single law contributes to simplifying procedures and achieving greater clarity and legislative stability. It also fosters an environment conducive to investment and innovation in the media and content production sectors.
Minister Al-Omar emphasized that media freedom will remain a cornerstone of Kuwait’s approach, and that updating media legislation aims to enhance this freedom and consolidate responsible professional practice while preserving the rights of individuals and society, as well as its values and constants.
He stressed that the coming phase will see the completion of the law’s executive frameworks to achieve its objectives. He reaffirmed the Ministry of Media’s commitment to engaging with media institutions and sector professionals, listening to their views and observations to help develop a modern and professional media environment.
Minister Al-Omar also affirmed that the issuance of the Media Regulation Law marks the beginning of a new phase in the trajectory of Kuwaiti media. This phase is rooted in Kuwait’s distinguished media heritage while looking toward the future, thereby strengthening its position as a leading, responsible, and progressive media environment.
