Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 3104

The rules concerning the opening and ownership of shops and establishments for the purpose of engaging in trade or practising a profession or craft. The legislature regulated them by Law 32 of 1969 (*) as amended by Law 12 of 1994. The purpose - 577 - Obligation thereof. To establish safeguards for Kuwaitis' ownership and exploitation of the licence, provided that the licensee owns the establishment's capital or a share thereof of not less than 51% and is responsible for management. This pertains to public policy. Contravention thereof. Its effect. Absolute nullity. - A contract's contravention of a rule of public policy. Its sanction. Absolute nullity. Example.