Kuwait Retains Tier 2 Rating in Fight Against Human Trafficking

Deputy Minister of Justice and Vice-Chair of the National Permanent Committee to Combat Human Trafficking and Smuggling of Migrants, Awatef Al-Sand, confirmed that Kuwait has maintained its Tier 2 ranking for the second consecutive year, according to the U.S. Department of State’s 2026 Trafficking in Persons Report, which highlighted the country’s growing efforts in this field.

In a statement to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), Al-Sand noted that the report recorded an increase in investigations, criminal prosecutions, and convictions compared to the previous reporting period, alongside a rise in the number of identified victims referred to care services and increased financial allocations for their support. She commended the efforts of the relevant national authorities in this regard.

Al-Sand affirmed that Kuwait remains committed to strengthening its efforts to combat human trafficking and protect victims, adding that the committee will continue coordinating with competent authorities to develop procedures, enhance implementation efficiency, and leverage the report’s observations to safeguard human rights and reinforce the state’s compliance with its international obligations.