Capital Governor Conducts Field Inspection of East Fish Market Development Plan

The Governor of the Capital, Sheikh Abdullah Salem Al-Ali, conducted a field visit yesterday to the Sharq Fish Market, where he reviewed the development plan being implemented by United Real Estate Company. The initiative aims to modernize the market’s facilities and enhance the level of services provided to citizens and residents, while preserving its historical identity and its status as one of Kuwait’s most prominent heritage markets.

During the visit, the Governor received a detailed briefing on the project’s stages and implementation mechanism, which includes setting up a temporary market to ensure uninterrupted sales operations, alongside upgrading infrastructure and service facilities, improving entry and exit traffic flow, and increasing the number of stalls from 214 to over 240. These measures are designed to boost the market’s capacity and provide a more organized and comfortable environment for vendors and shoppers.

The official opening of the temporary market is scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, marking the start of its operations and welcoming visitors. This will ensure the continuity of commercial activity and service provision to the public throughout the development period of the main market.

The Capital Governor emphasized the Capital Governorate’s commitment to monitoring development and service projects that contribute to improving the quality of services for citizens and residents, stressing the importance of coordination and cooperation among relevant authorities to ensure that development works proceed according to established plans, while taking into account the needs of stall owners and maintaining the continuity of their commercial activities.

He noted that the Sharq Fish Market is part of Kuwait’s historical memory and maritime heritage, underscoring the importance of striking a balance between preserving the market’s traditional character and keeping pace with development and modernization requirements.

At the conclusion of the visit, the Capital Governor commended the efforts of United Real Estate Company and the participating government entities in the project, appreciating their collaboration in developing this vital facility, and expressing his hope that the development works will present the market in a civilized manner that reflects its historical significance and meets the aspirations of its visitors.