Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 2754

Rules concerning the opening and ownership of shops and establishments for the purpose of engaging in commerce or practising a profession or craft. Their regulation by the legislature under Law 32 of 1969. Its purpose. Establishing safeguards for the Kuwaiti's ownership and exploitation of the licence, provided that he owns the establishment's capital or a share thereof of not less than 51% and is responsible for management, while prohibiting licensing of non-Kuwaitis. This relates to public policy.